Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXT1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXY11, 312.AXY1A), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXZ11), ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AYB11, 312.AYB1A) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm / front control arm on ABARTH 500 (312) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) and other ABARTH models
How to change Suspension arm on Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXD1A) – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension arm
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Link Set, wheel suspension
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 7
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Flat chisel
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Phillips screwdriver
Crow bar
Painter's tape
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • Replacement of the independent suspension lower arm in some cars requires a part of the outlet piping of the additional heater to be removed.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Abarth 595 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Control Arm on Abarth 595 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A) 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
    Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A) 2010 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXY11, 312.AXY1A) 2011 by yourself
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2012 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 2013: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXT1A) 2014 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew and remove the oil pan cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
    Need to know how to renew Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 2015? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Unscrew the lower fastener of the plastic bumper cover. Use a drive socket #8.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Control Arm on Abarth 595 2016 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the wheel arch cover fasteners. Move the part aside. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  10. Step 10
    ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXD1A) Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Unplug the connectors of the headlights.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Control Arm on Abarth 595 2018 1.4 (312.AXD1A) by yourself
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the bumper to the fenders. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
    500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2019 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Stick painter's tape to the car fenders to protect the paintwork from damage when demounting the bumper.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 2020 - tips and tricks
    Loosen the bumper upper fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 14
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Abarth 595 2021 1.4 (312.AXZ11) Control Arm
    Carefully release the bumper from the fasteners.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. To avoid damaging the part when removing it, do not use excessive force.
  15. Step 15
    DIY replacement of Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A) 2022 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the bumper and remove it.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. Tip:
    To prevent damage to the components, hold the bumper when unscrewing the upper fasteners.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Control Arm on Abarth 595 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the fastener of the intercooler air guide. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A) 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the intercooler air guide.
  18. Step 18
    Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A) 2010 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the fastener of the spacer under the bumper reinforcement bar. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXY11, 312.AXY1A) 2011 by yourself
    Unscrew the fasteners of the bumper reinforcement bar. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 20
    How to remove ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2012 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the fasteners of the bumper reinforcement bar.
  21. Step 21
    How to replace Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 2013: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the bumper reinforcement bar.
  22. Step 22
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXT1A) 2014 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the upper fastener of the intercooler. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  23. Step 23
    Need to know how to renew Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 2015? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Unscrew the intercooler pipe clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  24. Step 24
    Changing of Control Arm on Abarth 595 2016 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Pry up and detach the lower pipe from the intercooler. Use a crowbar.
  25. Step 25
    ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXD1A) Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Unscrew the fasteners of the side member from the subframe. Use a drive socket #16. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  26. Step 26
    Replacing Control Arm on Abarth 595 2018 1.4 (312.AXD1A) by yourself
    Move the intercooler aside and remove the side member.
  27. Step 27
    500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2019 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Clean the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  28. Step 28
    How to change Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 2020 - tips and tricks
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  29. Step 29
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Abarth 595 2021 1.4 (312.AXZ11) Control Arm
    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  30. Step 30
    DIY replacement of Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A) 2022 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  31. Step 31
    How to change Control Arm on Abarth 595 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  32. Step 32
    How to replace ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXD1A) 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  33. Step 33
    Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXF11, 312.AXF1A, 312.AXD1A) 2010 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the arm.
  34. Step 34
    Changing Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXY11, 312.AXY1A) 2011 by yourself
    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Treat all joints of the arm. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  35. Step 35
    How to remove ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2012 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install a new arm. Use a crowbar.
  36. Step 36
    How to replace Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 2013: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the front fastener of the arm. Do not tighten it.
  37. Step 37
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Abarth 595 1.4 (312.AXT1A) 2014 - download illustrated guide
    Install the rear fastener of the arm. Do not tighten it.
  38. Step 38
    Need to know how to renew Control Arm on ABARTH 500 / 595 2015? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle. If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Abarth 595. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  39. Step 39
    Changing of Control Arm on Abarth 595 2016 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Screw the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 115 nm torque.
  40. Step 40
    ABARTH 500 / 595 1.4 (312.AXD1A) Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Screw the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 nm torque.
  41. Step 41
    Replacing Control Arm on Abarth 595 2018 1.4 (312.AXD1A) by yourself
    Tighten the ball joint fastener. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 40 nm torque.
  42. Step 42
    500 / 595 / 695 Hatchback (312_) 1.4 (312.AXZ11) 2019 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Move the intercooler aside and install the side member.
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