What Is A Control Arm Replacement

A control arm set connects the front suspension of the car to the frame of the car. A car's ball joints allows the control arm set to connect to it's wheels, and a car's bushings allows it to connect to the frame of the car. When the car's bushings wear out or if the car's control arm is bent, then it's recommended that you replace the control arm assembly. We recommend replacing the bushings and the ball joints as well while doing this service.

Signs That You Need A Control Arm Replacement

• Worn-out tires.
• Steering wheel or car vibrates when driving.
• Steering wheel feels loose.
• Wheel assembly moves or shakes.
• Banging or bumping noises when driving over bumps or turning the car.

How Important Is This Service

Although a control arm assembly replacement is not a common repair, there are times when it is necessary to replace a car's control arm. The control arm is an important structural part of the vehicle's front suspension, attaching the wheel hub and steering knuckle assembly to the vehicle's frame. And if the damage to the control arm is not addressed, it can progress to the point that the front suspension is ineffective and might totally fail, putting the vehicle and its occupants in danger.

Notes About This Service

• We will remove the respective wheel, wheel hub, and ball joint (if necessary) in order to perform the control arm assembly replacement.
• We will remove the old control arm and replace it with a new one.
• After the control arm assembly replacement has been performed, we will conduct a complimentary inspection of your car's pads, rotors, calipers, and other components attached to your brake system.
• A vehicle inspection is performed after the control arm assembly replacement has been performed.