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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 05:11 PM
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Do I need to get an alignment done after changing the upper and lower control arm bushings? I know, that is a requirement, if the tie rods bushing are change.
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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 05:30 PM
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2 or 4 wheel drive?

Disregard that. I seriously doubt your van is 4wd.... So, yeah, you are gonna want an alignment after changing them.
 
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Old Apr 13, 2023 | 05:54 PM
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2wd. Thank you.
 
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Originally Posted by sealow
Do I need to get an alignment done after changing the upper and lower control arm bushings?
Yes, absolutely.
 
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Old Apr 26, 2023 | 08:59 PM
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Just to add: The caster & camber are adjusted by the control arm bolts. Tie rod ends adjust toe-in. 3rd vote for YES on the alignment. I did it for mine, but it was a complete control arm job with arm, ball joint, & bushings installed as 1 assembly. GL
 
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