To remove then control arm, loosen the wheel lug nuts on the side that is going to be dismantled then lift the front part of the vehicle and use jackstands to support the vehicle and then proceed to remove the wheel. Next pop the nut and
Ball Joint pinch bolt, access the control arm and ball joint assembly, detach the assembly from the knuckle using a pry bar without damaging the ball joint boot. Third, after removing the long bolt connecting the control arm's short leg to the subframe and the single one for the extension of the assembly, take out the control arm. To check, control arm should be in a straight position; if not, it should be replaced and never bent back into shape. Inspect the bushings with information that the rear bushing can be pressed out with a hydraulic press while the pivot shaft bushing may necessitate a new control arm for the bushing as it may not be available. For installation, reverse the removal steps to put this component in place and tighten all the fasteners to the required torque. After placing the wheel and the lug nuts, lower the car and use the torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts to the right torque and you should also consider taking the car for a front wheel alignment check and adjustment if need be.