How do you remove nut from lower control arm?
Remove the nut using a 14mm or 15mm wrench or socket. There could be a mini taper fit for this connection so you may need to shock it loose much like the ball joint. Grasp the sway bar link and remove it away from the lower control arm mount. This will help the sway bar link stay out of the way during the job.
How do you replace a lower control arm?
To start the ball joint must be released which can be done using a large wrench 20mm to 24mm or socket and loosening the ball joint nut after the cotter pin has been removed. Then by using a hammer strike the spindle or control arm bulkhead to “shock” the taper fit loose.
What to use to tighten lower control arm bolts?
A universal socket and extension can really help when tightening the control arm bolts. Tighten the lower ball joint castle nut while aligning the cotter pin holes. Once the nut is tight insert the cotter pin. This pin is used to keep the nut in place as a safety precaution.
When to replace the ball joint in a control arm?
Many control arms have the ball joint manufactured into the arm which will be replaced along with the control arm itself. When one control arm is worn it is highly advised to replace the opposing arm. How Much Does it Cost?
When do you need to replace the control arm assembly?
(Few cars have control arms in the back.) If the control arm is bent (can happen when you are in an accident or go over a large pothole), or the bushings wear out, you may have to replace the control arm assembly. It is a good idea to replace the bushings and the ball joints while doing this service.
Can a ball joint in a control arm be replaced?
However, the rubber bushings and the ball joint in a control arm have a limited life. A mechanic should investigate if you notice: Wheel alignment difficulties. Should the bushings, or the ball joint, in a control arm be worn, it will be impossible to properly align the vehicle. The worn components, or the entire arm, must be replaced.
What happens when you replace control arm on Toyota Highlander?
The vehicle is lowered and road tested to confirm the problem is resolved. Replacing a control arm will change the vehicle alignment settings and the mechanic will refer you to a professional alignment shop to have the vehicle alignment set to factory specifications. Is it safe to drive with a control arm problem? No.
What happens if your control arm is damaged?
They are vulnerable to damage through collision with another vehicle or object, such as a curb. A damaged control arm can cause a number of problems, affecting steering, handling, performance and obviously accidents.
How do you replace lower control arm joint?
With tension now removed from the torsion bar, loosen the 24mm nut at the bottom of the wheel knuckle that holds the lower control arm ball joint in place. Don’t remove the nut, but leave a large gap between the nut and the wheel knuckle. Figure 6.
How to remove the lower control arm from a Nissan?
Remove the front control arm bolt (22mm Bolt & Nut) by using a second ratchet on the nut, and allowing it to rest against the car body while loosening the bolt. I dont own any nissan’s right now, but will be back one day! CLICK THE “THANK” BUTTON IF MY POST HELPS YOU OUT!
How to replace rear control arm and bushing?
Remove the rear control arm bushing bolt. Apply some penetrating oil to ease removal. The nut that secures the bolt contains a tab to prevent it from spinning when loosening or tightening torque is applied to the bolt. There is very little clearance to insert an open-end wrench to stop the bushing nut from spinning.
Remove the nut using a 14mm or 15mm wrench or socket. There could be a mini taper fit for this connection so you may need to shock it loose much like the ball joint. Grasp the sway bar link and remove it away from the lower control arm mount. This will help the sway bar link stay out of the way during the job.
With tension now removed from the torsion bar, loosen the 24mm nut at the bottom of the wheel knuckle that holds the lower control arm ball joint in place. Don’t remove the nut, but leave a large gap between the nut and the wheel knuckle. Figure 6.
How to replace the lower control arm on a Toyota?
4. Separate the control arm from the ball joint by pressing down on the control arm until the ball joint studs clear the control arm holes. Then swing the ball joint away from the control arm. 5. Remove the front control arm bushing bolts.
Remove the rear control arm bushing bolt. Apply some penetrating oil to ease removal. The nut that secures the bolt contains a tab to prevent it from spinning when loosening or tightening torque is applied to the bolt. There is very little clearance to insert an open-end wrench to stop the bushing nut from spinning.
How do you remove a control arm from a car?
Step 4: Separate the control arm from the cradle. In some vehicles, you will be able to remove the control arm bolt with a ratchet/socket on one side and a wrench on the other. Others may require you to use two wrenches due to space limitations. Once you remove the nut and bolt, the control arm should pull out.
How is a sway bar connected to a lower control arm?
A sway bar will be connected to the control arm by way of the sway bar link. Remove the nut using a 14mm or 15mm wrench or socket. There could be a mini taper fit for this connection so you may need to shock it loose much like the ball joint. Grasp the sway bar link and remove it away from the lower control arm mount.
What kind of wrench do I need to remove lower control arm?
There will be two control arm mounting bolts which could be horizontal or vertical. Use a 19mm to 22mm wrench or socket to loosen and remove the bolts. Some bolts will have a nut on the backside which will need to held by an additional wrench.
Step 4: Separate the control arm from the cradle. In some vehicles, you will be able to remove the control arm bolt with a ratchet/socket on one side and a wrench on the other. Others may require you to use two wrenches due to space limitations. Once you remove the nut and bolt, the control arm should pull out.
A sway bar will be connected to the control arm by way of the sway bar link. Remove the nut using a 14mm or 15mm wrench or socket. There could be a mini taper fit for this connection so you may need to shock it loose much like the ball joint. Grasp the sway bar link and remove it away from the lower control arm mount.
How to replace lower control arm and bushings?
Remove the Lower Control Arm If the control arm is still in its mounts firmly grasp the arm and pull it outward while moving it up and down to remove it from the frame mounts. 5. Replace the Bushings If you are replacing just the bushings then continue with this guide.