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An arm control is a part of your cars suspension it holds together the cars body and wheels. www.ehow.com have some good videos on their site showing how to install and adjust them.
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Where is a control arm used?
A control arm is used in automotive suspension. The control arm is also known as the wishbone, A-arm or A-Frame. The control arm is used to attach the wheels of a car to the rest of the frame.
When does a control arm need to be replaced?
The control arm of a car needs to be replaced if the car is having trouble steering the front end.
How do you change a lower control arm bushing?
First you jack up the side of the car you want to replace the control arm bushings and support it with jack stands. Remove the wheel. Remove the stabilizer bar to control arm nut and bolt. Remove the balljoint clamp bolt and nut from the steering knuckle. Remove the bolt and washer front the control arm front pivot. Unbolt the control arm rear bushing retaining strap. Remove the control arm from the car. Once the control arm is off the car you can replace the bushings in it.
Driving with a bent control arm?
Do not drive a car with a bent control arm asthis will cause wear and tear on your suspension .
Signs of a bad lower control arm?
A bad lower control arm can cause the car to shake, wander, or be hard to steer. If the arm breaks or comes loose, then you will lose control and not be able to steer the vehicle.
What does the pitman arm control on a Lincoln town car?
The pitman arm controls the steering linkage enabling you to steer the vehicle.
What does a control arm of a vehicle do?
A control arm is a track control arm. It is usually a rod linking the steering rack to the hub or wheels of a car. When worn can be detected by a knocking sound when driving over bumps or when rocking the steering wheel left to right
Can a control arm bushing being bad cause shaking in the front end of a car?
Yes
What is the function of a car control arm bushing -?
The bushing acts as a hinged dampener to cushion the suspension and provide a more manageable and quiet ride.
Where do you hook a chain on the rear of a 1997 Chev Lumina to tow it?
Anywhere BUT the control arm. I did that and it ruined my car.
How much should it cost to replace the upper control arm?
what type of car & are you replacing one or both.
What is a lower control arm for 1994 Chevy astro awd van?
The lower control arm is the part that your shocks/truts and springs sit on and attaches to the car body and your wheel. The way it's attached to the car body allows the weel to move up and down as you drive.
