Genuine Ford F-150 Control Arm

Ford F-150 Control Arm Parts Questions & Answers

• Arm Assembly - Front Suspension
  6L3Z-3084-AR
  Q: How to remove and install a upper control arm?

  A: The manufacturer advises discarding removed suspension component fasteners (nuts and bolts) and replacing them with new ones. To begin, loosen the wheel lug nuts and raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jackstands. Apply the parking brake and remove the wheel. Next, remove the wheel speed sensor from the Steering Knuckle. Then, remove the Shock Absorber/coil spring. Loosen the upper balljoint nut and use a balljoint separator or puller to separate the balljoint from the steering knuckle. Take caution not to allow the steering knuckle to fall outward, as it may damage the brake hose. It is recommended to wire the steering knuckle to the coil spring to prevent this. Proceed to remove the fasteners and detach the upper control arm from the frame. Inspect the bushings for wear and deterioration, and if necessary, have new bushings installed at an automotive machine shop. Installation is the reverse of removal, ensuring all suspension fasteners are tightened. It is advisable to have the wheel alignment checked and adjusted if needed.
• Arm Assembly - Front Suspension
  4L3Z-3079-CA
  Q: How to remove and install a lower control arm on a Ford F-150?

  A: Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Apply the parking brake. Remove the wheel. On 4WD models, remove the Steering Knuckle. Detach the stabilizer link from the lower control arm. Remove the lower Shock Absorber/coil spring fasteners. Loosen the lower balljoint nut a few turns, then use a balljoint separator or puller to separate the balljoint from the steering knuckle. Mark the position of the front and rear pivot fasteners. Remove the pivot nuts and bolts from the control arm and then remove it from the frame. Inspect the bushings for wear and deterioration. If they're cracked or damaged, take the control arm to an automotive machine shop and have new bushings installed. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten all suspension fasteners. Have the wheel alignment checked and, if necessary, adjusted.