Do you need driver side lower control arm replacement?
You are right the YouTube videos only show the passenger side replacement. The drivers side may be similar but may be a bit compact. I have a question for you, on my 06 Sienna, the dealer is saying the lower arm bushing is cracked and the arm needs replacement. I don’t trust the dealer some how but my van has 185k miles on it.
How do you install a new control arm?
Install the new control arm in the reverse order of removal. Bolt up the cradle side of the control arm then bolt the ball joint into the hub, making sure to push it in as far as required before tightening the bolt. Reinstall the wheel and lower the vehicle once the control arm is properly secured.
Where are the control arms on a car?
Control arms also provide a pivot point for your wheel to travel up and down as well as turn left and right. The front lower control arm is attached at its inner end to the engine or suspension cradle by rubber bushings and at the outer end by a ball joint to the wheel hub.
When to replace lower control arm in Toyota Sienna?
You can jack the van up and use a pry bar to see how much play is in the bushing. At 185,000 miles it is probably a good bet that the arm needs replacing.
When to replace control arm?
If the control arm on a vehicle is damaged in a crash or impact with a pothole or parking block, the suspension will be out of alignment and cause uneven tire wear and poor vehicle handling. The control arm should be replaced as soon as possible.
What is a lower control arm?
A lower control arm is designed to act as a support between the car frame and the spindle which is where the tire is located. Every car is designed with control arms no matter if it is conventional, hybrid or electric.
What is upper control arm ball joint?
The upper control arm and ball joint are located under the front of the vehicle and are an integral part of the steering and suspension system. If these are loose or broken, they should be replaced immediately, as the handling of the vehicle can be severely affected.
What is left control arm?
The control arm is the left arm, for a right-handed golfer, and is so named because it has primary responsibility for the bottom of the swing arc and the position of the club face through impact – for ball striking quality, consistency, control and accuracy.