Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.3 16V (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDCi, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.3, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.3 BiFuel View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
21 mm combination spanner
18 mm socket
21 mm socket
24 mm socket
21 mm wheel impact socket
Ratchet wrench or power tool for the removal/installation of threaded fasteners
Tommy bar
Mounting lever
Ball joint separator
Transmission jack or an additional vehicle jack
Car lift or jack with jack stands, and wheel chocks
Replacement: front lower arm – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right control arms.
  • All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: front lower arm – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi 2001 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel nuts. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the vehicle.
    Warning!
    If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
    FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE 2002 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel nuts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the nuts.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDCi 2003 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove FORD TRANSIT 2.0 DI 2004 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean all the connections of the control arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the control arm. Use a 24 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Jack up the steering knuckle. Use a transmission jack or an additional vehicle jack.
  8. Step 9
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the control arm. Use a ball joint separator.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2001 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the support from under the steering knuckle.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the rear fastener of the control arm. Use a 21 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2003 2.0 TDCi by yourself
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  12. Step 13
    TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI 2004 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the front fastener of the control arm. Use a 21 mm combination spanner. Use an 18 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2006 2.0 DI Control Arm
    Remove the control arm. Use a mounting lever.
  15. Step 16
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    Clean the control arm mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Control Arm on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install a new control arm.
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