How do you replace the lower control arm?

Support the lower control arm with a hydraulic jack. Apply hammer blows to where the knuckle meets the ball joint to jar it loose. Afterwards, remove the nut and pull the ball joint away from the steering knuckle. Remove the upper control arm’s front and rear bushing mounting nuts and bolts.

How to replace the control arms, shocks, and ball joints?

Keep the nut and bolt loose. Then connect the top portion of the shock absorber with the new bushing and washer and cut the service cable to release the shock’s compression tension. The top stem of the shock should extend into the chassis’ shock mounting hole.

Can a sway bar be removed from a lower control arm?

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 shocks on a car?

Remove the outer tie rod nut and apply hammer blows to the steering knuckle to jar loose the tie rod end stem. Remove the shock absorber. Use channel pliers to prevent the shock absorber from twisting while loosening the upper shock stem nut. Remove the lower shock’s nut and bolt.

How do you put a new shock on a suspension?

Fit the new shock back onto the suspension control arm. You might need to use some pressure to constrict the shock as it falls into place, and you might need a help to help lift the suspension back up to reinstall the bolts in the correct positions. It can be kind of a balancing act, so it helps to have another set of hands.

What’s the best way to replace a shock absorber?

Consult your owner’s manual to find out for sure. Use the same process to remove the nut that is positioned at the top and keep the nuts separate so you will know which one goes where when it is time to install your new shocks. Remove the shock absorber from the bottom and top bolts.

How can I tell if my shocks need to be replaced?

You might have noticed going over potholes and bumps isn’t as smooth as it used to be in your ride, which is probably a sign that your shocks are worn out and need replaced. A good easy way to test your shocks and make sure they’re worn out enough to be replaced is to push down hard on the trunk or the hood directly above the wheel well.

What are the benefits of changing your shocks?

Improved handling, shorter stopping distances, and a smoother ride are the benefits you realize from changing struts. Air shock absorbers improve ride quality by limiting suspension movement. They also have a direct effect on handling and braking. Worn shocks can make for an uncomfortable ride, but, more importantly,…

How do you reinstall control arms on a Jeep Wrangler?

When reinstalling, always put the bolt in the axle end of the arm first and loosely thread the nut on. Then attach your come-along or ratchet strap directly to that bolt and the other end to your bumper or center skid depending on which way the arm has to move to line the holes up.

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.

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