How to Replace Front Lower Control Arm 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle

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This video shows you how to install a front lower control arm on your 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle. Control arms are a crucial part of the suspension system of your vehicle. They not only carry the load of the vehicle to the wheel, but they typically also maintain its alignment. Control arms are typically large and strong, so you may be surprised it needs replacing. They contain rubber bushings for smoother rides at the cost of eventual wear. When those bushings run out, that can have a negative impact on the ride and safety of your vehicle.

This repair was done on a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle GLS 2.0L Hatchback 2-Door FWD Automatic and the process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1998 Volkswagen Beetle
1999 Volkswagen Beetle
2000 Volkswagen Beetle
2001 Volkswagen Beetle
2002 Volkswagen Beetle
2003 Volkswagen Beetle
2004 Volkswagen Beetle
2005 Volkswagen Beetle
2006 Volkswagen Beetle
2007 Volkswagen Beetle
2008 Volkswagen Beetle
2009 Volkswagen Beetle
2010 Volkswagen Beetle

Tools you will need:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver https://trq.video/oa7n-1AXAA00013
• Phillips Head Screwdriver https://trq.video/oa7n-1AXAA00013
• Pry Bar https://trq.video/oKN-1AXAA00020
• 18mm Wrench
• 13mm Socket https://trq.video/oa9X-1AXAA00015
• 16mm Socket https://trq.video/oa9X-1AXAA00015
• 17mm Socket https://trq.video/oa9X-1AXAA00015
• 18mm Socket
• 21mm Socket
• Ratchet https://trq.video/obky-1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions https://trq.video/oa9X-1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench https://trq.video/oaqC-1AXAA00044
• Gloves https://trq.video/oFd-1AXSS00048
• Safety Glasses
• Floor Jack https://trq.video/oS7-1AXAA00068
• Pole Jack
• Rubber Mallet
• Wheel Chocks

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