Suspension Lower Arm replacement & repair made easy

The wishbone, also known as a suspension arm or control arm, is a triangular component that enables a wheel to move up and down in relation to the car's body. Many cars have an upper as well as a lower wishbone, connecting the chassis/body of the car to the uprights at each wheel.

• Mechanic jacks the car safely and remove the wheels.
• Mechanic will inspect the suspension arms and bushes.
• Mechanic replaces the lower suspension arm, if faulty.
• Mechanic will advise if other components need to be replaced (like the bushes).
• Mechanic will check the suspension operation and takes car for test drive.
• Mechanic will make adjustments where necessary.

Unless you are a qualified mechanic with the required skills, training and equipment to do the job, we strongly recommend a suspension lower arm replacement is only carried out by a professional mechanic. ClickMechanic can help get you a vetted and local mechanic to carry out the work. Just enter your postcode and your car's registration number at the top of this page and select the work needed to get an instant fixed price up front.

• Car vibrates whilst driving, noticeable through the steering wheel.
• Suspension feels wobbly and unstable.
• When a suspension arm has corroded or has been damaged.
• Car's tyres have worn exponentially.
• Thudding or clunking noise coming from one of the wheels on the car.
• Squeaking noise when cornering, stopping or going over a bump.

A suspension lower arm replacement usually takes around 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.

It is dangerous to drive with a bad control arm and is not something to put off as it can fail completely if not addressed timely, potentially causing you to lose control over the vehicle. A bad control arm can also lead to further deterioration and damage to other components. It is recommended therefore not to drive the vehicle, and get help from a professional mechanic as soon as possible.