Assumption: This is for the front lower control arms on your Accord.

🔧 Front Lower Control Arm - Replacement

The front lower control arm holds the wheel assembly in position and lets the suspension move smoothly. If the bushings are cracked or the ball joint is loose, you may get clunks, wander, or uneven tire wear. Replacing the arm restores proper suspension control and alignment.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate | Estimated Time: 2-4 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Work on level ground and support the car with jack stands.
• Chock the rear wheels so the car cannot roll.
• Do not let the brake hose or ABS wire hang or twist.
• An alignment is required after this repair.
• No battery disconnect is required.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands
• Wheel chocks
• 19mm socket
• 17mm socket
• 21mm socket
• 24mm socket
• Breaker bar
• Ratchet
• Torque wrench
• Combination wrench set
• Ball joint separator (specialty)
• Penetrating oil
• Paint marker
• Safety glasses
• Mechanic gloves

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front lower control arm - Qty: 1 per side
• Front lower control arm hardware kit - Qty: 1 set
• Front wheel alignment - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and apply the parking brake.
• Loosen the front lug nuts before lifting the car.
• Spray penetrating oil on the control arm bolts and ball joint nut.
• If replacing both sides, do one side at a time.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift and support the car

• Use the floor jack to raise the front of the car.
• Place jack stands under the approved support points.
• Remove the wheel with a 19mm socket.

Step 2: Separate the ball joint from the knuckle

• Remove the cotter pin if equipped.
• Use a 17mm socket and combination wrench to remove the ball joint nut.
• Use a ball joint separator (specialty) to pop the joint free from the steering knuckle.
• Do not strike the ball joint stud directly.

Step 3: Remove the control arm bolts

• Use a 21mm socket and breaker bar to loosen the rear mounting bolt.
• Use a 24mm socket and combination wrench to loosen the front mounting bolt.
• Remove the control arm from the subframe.

Step 4: Install the new control arm

• Position the new arm in place and start both bolts by hand.
• Insert the ball joint stud into the knuckle.
• Install the ball joint nut with a 17mm socket.
• Torque to 59 Nm (44 ft-lbs) on the ball joint nut.

Step 5: Tighten the arm mounting bolts

• Use the 21mm socket and 24mm socket to tighten the control arm bolts.
• Torque to 115 Nm (85 ft-lbs) on the main mounting bolts.
• Tighten with the suspension at ride height.

Step 6: Reinstall the wheel

• Install the wheel and hand-tighten the lug nuts with a 19mm socket.
• Lower the car and torque the lug nuts in a star pattern.
• Torque to 108 Nm (80 ft-lbs) on the lug nuts.

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✅ After Repair

• Test drive slowly and listen for clunks or rubbing.
• Check for steering pull and suspension noise.
• Schedule a professional wheel alignment as soon as possible.
• Recheck all fasteners after the test drive.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $350-$750 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $120-$300 (parts only)

You Save: $230-$450 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 2-4 hours.

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