Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for A6 Saloon (4B2, C5) and other AUDI models
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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI A6 (4B2, C5). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Phillips screwdriver
Flat Screwdriver
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI A6 (4B2, C5). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI A6 (4B2, C5). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A6 (4B2, C5)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew fixing bolts of the protective cover. Use a flat screwdriver.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the protective cover.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI A6 (4B2, C5). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18.
  9. Step 10
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces).
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew and remove the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  14. Step 15
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 16
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – AUDI A6 (4B2, C5). AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  16. Step 17
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  17. Step 18
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    Screw the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18 (2 pieces).
  18. Step 19
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    Treat all joints of the arm. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  19. Step 20
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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