Published: 27-Mar-2018

2007.0 Range Rover Sport (LS), 204-02

Rear Suspension

Upper Arm Bush (G2249420)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Special Tool(s)

E87736

204-528/1

Remover/Installer, Bushing

E87694

204-528/2

Remover/Installer, Bushing

E50587

204-528-03

Remover/Installer - Rear Suspension Upper Arm Front Bushing

E59154

204-558-01

Remover/Installer Rear Suspension Upper Arm Rear Bushing

E59153

204-558-02

Remover/Installer Rear Suspension Upper Arm Rear Bushing

E59152

204-558-03

Remover/Installer Rear Suspension Upper Arm Rear Bushing

Part(s)

StepPart nameQuantity
Installation Step 1Bush1
Installation Step 2Bush1
Removal
NOTE:

The bushings must be replaced in pairs, LH and RH sides.


  1. WARNING:

    Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

    Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the wheels and tires.
  3. CAUTION:

    Always plug any open connections to prevent contamination.

    Disconnect the 2 brake tube unions. Remove the brake hose clips and release the hoses. Release the brake tube from the clip. Remove the brake tube.
  4. Disconnect the height sensor link.
  5. E55164
    Release the wheel speed sensor lead.
  6. E55166
    Loosen the upper arm bolts. Mark the position of the bolt in relation to the upper arm. Disconnect the upper arm from the wheel knuckle. Remove the upper arm bolts. Remove the LH upper arm.
  7. Remove the RH upper arm.
    Refer to: Upper Arm (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
  8. Mark the position of the front bushing in relation to the upper arm.
  9. E59155
    Using the special tools, remove and discard the rear upper arm front bushing.
    Special Tool(s): 204-528/1, 204-528/2
  10. E59156
    Using the special tools, remove and discard the rear upper arm rear bushing.
    Special Tool(s): 204-558-01, 204-558-03
Installation
  1. CAUTIONS:

    • Make sure the bush is correctly aligned.

    • Make sure the correct special tool is used to install the bushings to the correct depth.

    E59157
    Using the special tools, install the rear upper arm front bushing.
    Special Tool(s): 204-528/1, 204-528-03
    Renew Part: Bush Quantity: 1.
  2. CAUTION:

    Make sure the chamfered side of the ball joint is installed to the chamfered side of the rear upper arm.

    E59158
    Using the special tools, install the rear upper arm rear bushing.
    Special Tool(s): 204-558-01, 204-558-02
    Renew Part: Bush Quantity: 1.
  3. CAUTION:

    Make sure that bumpstop inserts are fitted on both sides of the front bushing prior to installation of the arm. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the bushing.

    NOTE:

    Bumpstop inserts are installed to both sides of the bushing.

    E155405
    Check the bumpstop inserts are correctly installed.
  4. Install the LH upper arm. Fit the bolts but do not fully tighten at this stage.
  5. E59036
    Set the height, between the center of the halfshaft end and the edge of the fender trim, to 463 mm (18.23''). Support with an axle stand.
  6. CAUTION:

    Ensure the ball joint seal is not damaged. A damaged seal will lead to the premature failure of the joint.

    Connect the upper arm and wheel knuckle. Align the bolt to the marks made previously. Tighten the bolt.
    Torque: 133Nm
  7. Tighten the upper arm front bolt.
    Torque: 175Nm
  8. Tighten the upper arm rear bolt.
    Torque: 275Nm
  9. Secure the wheel speed sensor lead.
  10. Secure the brake pad wear indicator sensor lead.
  11. Connect the height sensor link.
  12. Install the brake tube. Tighten the brake tube unions.
    Torque: 18Nm
  13. Install the RH upper arm.
    Refer to: Upper Arm (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and Installation).
  14. Install the wheels and tires. Tighten the wheel nuts.
    Torque: 140Nm