How to carry out replacement: Control Arm C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) Mercedes W203
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 (203.035), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.045), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 (203.064), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 270 CDI (203.016), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 Kompressor (203.046), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.042), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.007), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CGI Kompressor (203.043), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 Kompressor (203.040), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.008), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 CDI (203.020), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 (203.054), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 350 (203.056), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 (203.052) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm on MERCEDES-BENZ W203 C-Class [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: front lower arm – Mercedes W203. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #21
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Ball joint puller
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – Mercedes W203. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes W203 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W203
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Undo the fasteners of the oil pan lower cover. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 7
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    Remove the oil pan cover.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – Mercedes W203. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – Mercedes W203. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #21.
  12. Step 12
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  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.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Mercedes W203. Professionals recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006, 203.008) 2001 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install the fastening bolt.
  18. Step 18
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Control Arm on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004) 2003 by yourself
    Screw the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #22.
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