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How to change front lower arm on NISSAN Micra C+C III (K12) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN Micra C+C III (K12) 1.6 160 SR, NISSAN Micra C+C III (K12) 1.4 16V … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
NISSAN Micra C+C III (K12) 1.6 160 SR, NISSAN Micra C+C III (K12) 1.4 16V … 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 Micra C+C III (K12) and other NISSAN models
Suspension arm
Alternative products
Suspension arm
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Flat chisel
Hammer
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN MICRA C+C (K12). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- 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 – NISSAN MICRA C+C (K12). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench. - Step 3Raise the car.Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN MICRA C+C (K12). Tip:If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts. - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean the control arm fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 7
Unscrew the front fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 8
Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 9
Remove the fastening bolt. - Step 10
Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer. - Step 11
Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. - Step 12
Unscrew the rear fastener of the control arm. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 13
Remove the fastening bolts. - Step 14
Remove the control arm. Use a crowbar. - Step 15
Clean the suspension arm mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray. - Step 16
Install the new control arm. - Step 17
Install the fastening bolts.
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