►Mercedes-Benz W205 front control arm replacement is one of the simplest DIY jobs you can tackle to restore the handling of your W205.
Control arms are a crucial link in a vehicle's suspension, connecting the suspension to a vehicle's subframe. These pieces are usually hinged to allow for the suspension to travel and articulate as the vehicle rides over obstructions in the road and while the vehicle turns. Many vehicles, such as those with independent suspensions, have multiple links and feature several connection points and arms to offer better ride quality and comfort.
As bushings and joints in a control arm begin to wear, you may notice a looseness feel in your suspension. While many arms have replaceable and serviceable individual components, many still require the replacement of the entire arm. If you're feeling any play in the suspension, notice any uneven tire wear, or can hear a buckling noise coming from the suspension - it's time to take a look at those control arms.
In this video, Kyle Bascombe, FCP Euro's Mercedes-Benz Catalog Manager, takes us through removing and installing the new control arms for your Mercedes W205. This job is fairly straightforward and doesn't require the use of any specialty tools.
Shop the parts used in this video:
Control Arm Kit: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mercedes-control-arm-kit-lemforder-2054m330?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=mps%20w205&utm_content=front%20control%20arms%20diy
Upper Right Control Arm: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mercedes-control-arm-meyle-2053305601?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=mps%20w205&utm_content=front%20control%20arms%20diy
Upper Left Control Arm: https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/mercedes-control-arm-meyle-2053305501?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=mps%20w205&utm_content=front%20control%20arms%20diy
Index:
00:00 - Intro & Tools Needed
02:45 - Tie Rod & Lower Control Arm Removal
05:32 - Lower Control Arm Install
07:34 - Spring Control Arm Removal
10:30 - Dropping the Sway Bar to Access Control Arm Bolt
12:56 - Spring Control Arm Install
15:55 - Sway Bar Reinstall
16:38 - Upper Control Arm Removal
21:15 - Upper Control Arm Install
24:28 - Stabilizer End Link Set Up
24:55 - Torqueing Procedure Tips
25:50 - Final Torqueing Sequence
34:48 - Thanks for Watching!
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