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How to change front lower arm on VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.8 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 2.0 16V Turbo, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 2.2 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.8 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.6 16V … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.8 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 2.0 16V Turbo, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 2.2 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.8 16V, VAUXHALL Astra Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) 1.6 16V … 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 Mk IV (G) Coupe (T98) and other VAUXHALL models
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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Coupe (F67). 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 – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Coupe (F67). Take the following steps:
- Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks. - Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. - Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Coupe (F67) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Treat all joints of the arm. Use WD-40 spray.Replacement: front lower arm – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Coupe (F67). Tip:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles. - Step 7
Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 8
Remove the fastening bolt. Use a hammer. Use a pin punch. - Step 9
Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 10
Unscrew the rear arm fastener. Use a drive socket #18. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
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. - Step 12
Remove the arm. Use a crowbar. - Step 13
Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 14
Install a new arm. - Step 15
Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.Replacement: front lower arm – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk IV (G) Coupe (F67). AUTODOC recommends:During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover. - Step 16
Install the control arm fasteners. Do not tighten it.
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