Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.3 i, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.3 i, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.25 i 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.8 D, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.4 i 16V, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.6 16V Sport, FORD Fiesta Mk4 Hatchback (JAS, JBS) 1.8 DI, FORD PUMA (EC_) 1.7 16V, FORD PUMA (EC_) 1.4 16V, FORD PUMA (EC_) 1.6 16V View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm on FORD FIESTA V JH, JD [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 18
Torx bit T50
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. 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 – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Take the following steps:
  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 #19.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #15. Use Torx T50. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #13. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the rear fastener of the control arm.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #15. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 12
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    Disconnect the lower arm from the steering knuckle.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the front fastener of the control arm.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  15. 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.
  16. Step 16
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    Install a new arm. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Ford Fiesta V JH JD. AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3) 1.4 TDCi 1996 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install the control arm fasteners. Use a drive socket #13. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  18. Step 18
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    Connect the lower arm to the steering knuckle.
  19. Step 19
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  20. Step 20
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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