How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 2.0 HDi CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_)
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How to change front lower arm on CITROËN C5 Estate Van (DE_, RE_) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #12
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Round-nose pliers
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_). 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:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a combination spanner #12. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  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 – CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the cotter pin. Use round-nose pliers.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #17.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 12
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the rear fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #17.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the front fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #17.
  14. Step 15
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    Disconnect the lower arm from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  16. Step 17
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 18
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN C5 Kasten/Kombi (DE_, RE_). Professionals recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  18. Step 19
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    Install the control arm fasteners.
  19. Step 20
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    Connect the lower arm to the steering knuckle.
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