Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.5 TDI quattro, AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.7 T quattro, AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 4.2 V8 quattro, AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.5 TDI quattro, AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.7 quattro 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

Tools
Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – AUDI ALLROAD (4BH, C5). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Pin punch
Rubber mallet
Ball joint puller
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – AUDI ALLROAD (4BH, C5). Professionals recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – AUDI ALLROAD (4BH, C5). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.5 TDI quattro 2001 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    Audi Allroad 4BH 2.7 T quattro 2002 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – AUDI ALLROAD (4BH, C5). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Control Arm on AUDI Allroad (4BH, C5) 2.7 quattro 2003 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    Clean the fastener connecting the rear knuckle to the suspension control arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 7
    How to remove AUDI ALLROAD 2.5 TDI quattro 2004 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the rear knuckle. Use a combination spanner #19.
  6. Step 8
    Clean the fasteners connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 9
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    Unscrew the arm fastening from the subframe. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a crowbar.
    Step 11
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    Detach the lower control arm. Use a ball joint puller.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the arm. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  9. Step 13
    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
    Changing of Control Arm on Audi Allroad 4BH 2002 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Install a new arm. Use a rubber mallet.
    Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – AUDI ALLROAD (4BH, C5). Tip:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  10. Step 15
    AUDI ALLROAD 2.5 TDI quattro Control Arm replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Install the fastening bolt. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
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