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How to change front lower arm on SKODA SUPERB (3U4) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.8 T, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.0, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.8 V6, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.5 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.5 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.0 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.8 V6 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.8 T, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.0, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.8 V6, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.5 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.5 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.0 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 1.9 TDI, SKODA SUPERB (3U4) 2.8 V6 … 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 SUPERB (3U4) and other SKODA models
Suspension arm
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ball joint puller
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA SUPERB (3U4). AUTODOC experts recommend:
- The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
- Please note: all work on the car – SKODA SUPERB (3U4) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- 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:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. SKODA SUPERB (3U4)
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA SUPERB (3U4). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.Wear a respirator.
- Step 7Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18.
- Step 9Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 10Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a ball joint puller. Use a crowbar.
- Step 11Remove the retainers of the fasteners of the fuel filter tubes.
- Step 12Detach the tubes from the fuel filter.
- Step 13Remove the fastening bolt.
- Step 14Remove the arm.
- Step 15Attach the tubes to the fuel filter.
- Step 16Install the retainers of the fasteners of the fuel filter tubes.
- Step 17Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 18Install a new arm.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: front lower arm – SKODA SUPERB (3U4). Use only new bolts and nuts for installation.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
- Step 19Install the fastening bolt.
- Step 20Screw the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18.
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