Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70) 1.6 (F70), OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70) 2.0 DI (F70), OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70) 1.7 TD (F70), OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70) 1.6 (F70) 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 ASTRA G Box (F70) and other OPEL models
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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Drive socket # 18
Combination spanner #18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Pin punch
Flat chisel
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70). 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 – OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70). 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.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Treat all joints of the arm. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: front lower arm – OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Control Arm on OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70) 2004: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer. Use a pin punch.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer. Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  12. 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.
  13. Step 14
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    Install a new arm.
  14. Step 15
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
    Replacement: front lower arm – OPEL ASTRA G Box (F70). AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  15. Step 16
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    Install the control arm fasteners. Do not tighten it.
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