How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 1.9 TDI Skoda Roomster 5j
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.2, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.9 TDI, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.4 TDI, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.4 TDI, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.6, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.4, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.2, SKODA ROOMSTER (5J) 1.9 TDI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA ROOMSTER (5J). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA ROOMSTER (5J). 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 – SKODA ROOMSTER (5J). 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:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA ROOMSTER (5J)
  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. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA ROOMSTER (5J). Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the ball joint to the suspension control arm. Use a drive socket #13. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Disconnect the spherical joint from the arm.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the front fastener of the control arm. Use a drive socket #18.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use WD-40 spray.
  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. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA ROOMSTER (5J). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  14. Step 15
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    Install the front fastener of the arm. Use a drive socket #18.
  15. Step 16
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    Attach the ball joint to the control arm.
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