Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 350 (219.356), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 500 (219.375), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 55 AMG (219.376), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 320 CDI (219.322), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 350 (219.357), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 500 (219.372), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 63 AMG (219.377), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 280 (219.354), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 300 (219.354), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 350 CDI (219.322), MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 320 CDI, MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219) CLS 350 CDI 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 CLS (C219) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # E18
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219). 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 – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219). 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 #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219). Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    Clean the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 7
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ CLS CLS 55 AMG 5.4 (219.376) 2008 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the fasteners connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the arm fastening from the subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  10. Step 12
    MERCEDES-BENZ CLS CLS 350 CDI 3.0 (219.322) Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
    CLS (C219) CLS 55 AMG 5.4 (219.376) 2007 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – MERCEDES-BENZ CLS (C219). Professionals recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  13. Step 15
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
    Step 16
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    Install the fastening bolt.
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