no. it is bolted to the lower control arm with 3 bolts. look underneath the control arm
u probably hit a curb and bent it u need it replaced
Control arm and sway bar link bushings can not be serviced, however they may need to be replaced if making excessive noise.
Rear upper & lower control arm bushings need to be replaced.
You will know when the control arm bushing should be replaced by the way the vehicle drives. The back end will sway back and forth.
NO That depends on how the struts attach to the knuckle or control arm. On some front wheel drives an alignment is required.
No
Control arm bushings are an essential need for the suspension system of your vehicle. The control arm bushings makes for a more smooth ride when on rough terrain. They allow the control arm to move and absorb shock.
I believe on the 4 x 4 , with the torsion bar suspension , the upper ball joints are part of the control arm and the lower ball joints can be replaced separately or with a new control arm The 2 wheel drive , with the coil spring front suspension , the upper and lower ball joints can be replaced separately
Your a arm bushings need replaced.
To press out control arm bushings you will need a machine shop. These parts are highly specialized and need to be to exact specifications.
Yes, they can be replaced separately from the control arms. Moog make OEM replacements or if your looking for an upgrade there are several performance MFG offering products as well.