Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 Hi-Flex (LM2E, LM2M, LM24), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.4, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2.0, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM0F, LM0T, LM2B), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi (LM0G, LM1G, LM2C), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM02, LM13, LM2A), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM1F), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM1E), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi (LM14, LM1D), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2.0 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 16V (LM1R, LM0C), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM16), RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6, RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm / front control arm on RENAULT MEGANE 2 (LM) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – Renault Megane 2. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # E16
Drive socket # 18
Torx bit T20
Wheel impact socket #19
Shock absorber socket
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Clip removal tool
Pin punch
Hammer
Crow bar
Rubber mallet
Hydraulic transmission jack
Fender cover
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – Renault Megane 2. 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 – Renault Megane 2. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 2004 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  3. Step 3
    RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi 2005 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM02, LM13, LM2A) 2006 by yourself
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove RENAULT MEGANE 1.4 2007 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2008: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Renault Megane 2
  7. Step 7
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 16V (LM1R, LM0C) 2009 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the wheel.
  8. Step 8
    Need to know how to renew Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE 2010? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Remove the lower sound insulation. Use a drive socket #12.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2011 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew and remove the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use Torx T20. Use a clip removal tool.
  10. Step 10
    RENAULT MEGANE 2.0 Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the wheel arch cover.
  11. Step 11
    Replacing Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2013 1.6 by yourself
    Clean the fasteners of the bumper reinforcement bar and of its bracket. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Renault Megane 2. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  12. Step 12
    MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.4 2014 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the fasteners of the bumper reinforcement bar bracket. Use a drive socket #13.
  13. Step 13
    How to change Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2015 - tips and tricks
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the bumper reinforcement bar to the subframe. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 14
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2016 1.4 Control Arm
    Support the lower radiator support to prevent it from falling when removing the bumper reinforcement bar. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  15. Step 15
    DIY replacement of Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM1E) 2017 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Loosen the fastener connecting the bumper reinforcement bar to the lower radiator support. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Detach and pull aside the bumper reinforcement bar. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 2004 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Clean the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 18
    RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi 2005 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the fasteners connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM02, LM13, LM2A) 2006 by yourself
    Detach the ABS sensor wiring from the suspension control arm. Use a clip removal tool.
  20. Step 20
    How to remove RENAULT MEGANE 1.4 2007 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #16. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  21. Step 21
    How to replace Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2008: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer. Use a pin punch.
  22. Step 22
    How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 16V (LM1R, LM0C) 2009 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #E16. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  23. Step 23
    Need to know how to renew Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE 2010? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a crowbar.
  24. Step 24
    Changing of Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2011 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  25. Step 25
    RENAULT MEGANE 2.0 Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a special drive socket to remove the shock absorber.
  26. Step 26
    Replacing Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2013 1.6 by yourself
    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  27. Step 27
    MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.4 2014 Control Arm DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  28. Step 28
    How to change Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2015 - tips and tricks
    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush.
  29. Step 29
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2016 1.4 Control Arm
    Install a new arm.
  30. Step 30
    DIY replacement of Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM1E) 2017 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
  31. Step 31
    How to change Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 2003 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install the control arm fasteners.
  32. Step 32
    How to replace RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.6 2004 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Screw the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18.
  33. Step 33
    RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.9 dCi 2005 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Install the front fastener of the arm. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  34. Step 34
    Changing Control Arm on RENAULT MEGANE II Saloon (LM0/1_) 1.5 dCi (LM02, LM13, LM2A) 2006 by yourself
    Screw the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #E16. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  35. Step 35
    How to remove RENAULT MEGANE 1.4 2007 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install the bumper reinforcement bar. Use a crowbar.
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