Control Arm?

Contrary to what its name implies, the Control Arm isn't a component meant to hinder wheel movement. Instead of preventing motion, this component actually lets your wheels change direction. A vital part of your suspension system, control arms regulate the movement of your front wheels each time you turn or corner. That way, your wheels can move without the risk of oversteering. Now, if you look at this component closely, you'll see that it's actually just a nearly-flat and roughly triangular member that's capable of pivoting in a couple of places. It attaches to your chassis using bushings and generally comes in pairs—the upper and lower control arms.

While control arms are generally built to be long-lasting, frequently driving through bumps and road imperfections can make these units susceptible to damage. If you're already having a hard time managing your vehicle when you make turns, then it's likely that one of your control arms has been compromised. Inspect your control arms for signs of wear and tear, and if one of them is in bad shape, then promptly replace it with a new Control Arm.

To make it easier for you to replace your old Control Arm, we suggest that you purchase a product that covers the three "F's" in replacement—fit, form, and function. You can easily get a replacement that has these three values by looking for a component that's made to match your original equipment's specifications, dimensions, and requirements. By going for OE-style control arms, you can be sure that what you're getting is a direct-fit component that's built to work just as well as stock control arms. Lastly, to protect your new investment, make sure that you buy a replacement that has a warranty backing the product up.