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How to change front lower arm on VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 BiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.9 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 FSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 15
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 – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Use the following procedure:
  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:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. 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 – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the ball joint. Use a drive socket #15. Use a tap wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a drive socket #15. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the car body. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #15. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Treat the fasteners of the ball joint. Use copper grease.
  11. Step 13
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  12. Step 14
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    Install the front fastener of the arm. Do not tighten it.
  13. Step 15
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    Attach the ball joint to the control arm.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the fasteners of the ball joint.
  15. Step 17
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    Screw the fasteners of the ball joint. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
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