You need a ball joint press and the assorted cups and possible a socket to match the outer shell of the control arm bushing. A ball joint press makes the process easier if you don’t have access to a press. Just set it up as you would hydraulic press and use a wrench to operate the screwjack.
Should you replace lower control arm or just bushings?
Should I replace the control arm or just bushings? Worn out or torn control arm bushings is another reason a control arm may need to be replaced. In some cars, control arm bushings can be replaced separately, but it involves more labor and could cost more. For this reason, the whole control arm is usually replaced if the bushings are worn out.
Is it necessary to replace control arm bushings?
It may be necessary to replace the control arms if you are experiencing the following symptoms; while driving the Subaru you should observe for any banging, clunking or tapping sounds from the suspension of the car. If these noises are absent, check for the other more common issue of control arm bushings cracking or rubber and neoprene cracking.
When do the control arms need to be replaced?
Test drive the car on the freeway. Torn and worn out control arms or bent control arms will cause a car’s steering to vibrate.
What are symptoms of lower control arm?
Another obvious symptom of a failing control arm is too much wheel movement. Use a floor jack to lift your car so that one of the wheels is fully suspended in the air. If you place your hands on the wheel and push it, you will feel more of a wobble. This is likened to the same symptoms of a bad CV joint or ball joint.
