Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.2 VTi 82, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 VTi 120, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 THP 155, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 HDi 90, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 THP 150, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 BlueHDi 120, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 BlueHDi 100, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.2 THP 110, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 Racing, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 THP 165, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 BlueHDi 115, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 Racing, CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 BlueHDi 100 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 DS3 Convertible and other CITROËN models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN DS3 Convertible. 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 DS3 Convertible. 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 DS3 Convertible. 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
    Changing Control Arm on CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 THP 155 2013 by yourself
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN DS3 Convertible
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Control Arm on CITROËN DS3 Convertible 2015: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    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
    Changing of Control Arm on Citroen DS3 Convertible 2015 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    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
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    Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use Torx T55. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    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 DS3 Convertible 2013 - 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 DS3 Convertible 1.6 HDi 90 2014 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 19
    Citroen DS3 Convertible 1.6 VTi 120 2015 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Control Arm on CITROËN DS3 Convertible 1.6 THP 155 2013 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 DS3 1.2 THP 110 2014 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – CITROËN DS3 Convertible. AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  21. Step 22
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    Install the control arm fasteners.
  22. Step 23
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    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 DS3 Convertible 2015 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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