Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 68, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 82, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 THP 110, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.6 BlueHDi 75, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.6 BlueHDi 100, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.6 HDi 90, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.6 VTi (SXNFPT), CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.5 BlueHDi 100 (SXYHYP, SXYHTU), CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 PureTech 82, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 82 LPG, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 PureTech 82 LPG, CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.6 HDi 92 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for C3 III (SX) and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C3 III (SX). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torx bit T55
Drive socket # E8
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 32
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C3 III (SX). Tip:
  • 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 – CITROËN C3 III (SX). 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
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    Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use a drive socket #32. Use a tap wrench.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN C3 III (SX)
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Control Arm on CITROËN C3 III (SX) 2021: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Citroen C3 SX 1.2 VTi 68 2022 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #E8. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 10
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    Loosen the rear fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Loosen the front fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Control Arm on Citroen C3 SX 2017 1.2 VTi 82 by yourself
    Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use Torx T55. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
    C3 III (SX) 1.6 BlueHDi 100 2018 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  13. Step 14
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 15
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the drive shaft to the wheel hub.
  15. Step 16
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    Detach the driveshaft from the steering knuckle.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Control Arm on Citroen C3 SX 2016 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use Torx T55. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 VTi 82 2017 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 19
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Control Arm on CITROËN C3 III (SX) 1.2 THP 110 2019 by yourself
    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove CITROËN C3 1.6 BlueHDi 100 2020 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C3 III (SX). AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Control Arm on CITROËN C3 III (SX) 2021: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the control arm fasteners.
  22. Step 23
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Citroen C3 SX 1.2 VTi 68 2022 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the splines of the drive shaft CV joint. Use WD-40 spray.
  23. Step 24
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    Mount the drive shaft into the wheel hub.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Control Arm on Citroen C3 SX 2024 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
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