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How to change front lower arm on OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.8 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 TD (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 DI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 DTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.4 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.8 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 OPC (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 DTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 CNG (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 CDTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 OPC (F35) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.8 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 TD (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 DI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 DTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.4 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.8 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 16V (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 OPC (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.2 DTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 CNG (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.7 CDTI (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 1.6 (F35), OPEL Astra G Caravan (T98) 2.0 OPC (F35) … 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 Caravan (T98) and other OPEL models
Suspension arm
Alternative products

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 Estate (F35_). 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 Estate (F35_). Take the following steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL ASTRA G Estate (F35_)
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean 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 Estate (F35_). Tip:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
- Step 7Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer. Use a pin punch.
- Step 9Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 10Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 11Release 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.
- Step 12Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
- Step 13Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 14Install a new arm.
- Step 15Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.Replacement: front lower arm – OPEL ASTRA G Estate (F35_). AUTODOC recommends:During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
- Step 16Install the control arm fasteners. Do not tighten it.
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