Blog. Published October 14, 2026
Two Front Lower Control Arms on a Mazda 3, Done on the Grass
The owner bought the control arms. Brian put both in, left and right, with the car on a jack and stands in the yard.
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Both front lower control arms were replaced. The owner had the parts. Brian did the labor with the 2016 Mazda 3 on a jack and stands on the grass in Monroe.
Key Points
- 2016 Mazda 3 with 54,899 miles
- Front lower control arms, both sides
- Labor only, owner supplied the arms
- Done on a jack and stands in the yard
What a Control Arm Is
The lower control arm holds the bottom of the front wheel to the car. It pivots on rubber bushings and a ball joint. When those wear, the front end can clunk or wander.
How the Job Went
One side at a time. The car goes up, the wheel comes off, and the arm is unbolted from the knuckle and the frame. The new arm goes in the same way it came out.
The Job Record
One Thing to Know
Control arm work is not on his usual list of jobs. This one was done for the owner who had the parts. If yours needs it, call and ask. A new arm can change the alignment, and an alignment needs a rack, which he does not work from.
Car doing something like this? Call or text Brian at (704) 285-1935 and tell him where it is parked.
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This guy here is awesome he also has a great attitude just a all around guy I will use him many times more change my rear end in my truck perfect job too
Brian worked his butt off in the heat, did a great job replacing 4 wheel bearings and brakes and rotors on all 4 corners, did it all in 3.5 hrs
Questions
What does a lower control arm do?
It links the front wheel to the body of the car and lets the wheel move up and down. Worn bushings or a worn ball joint make it loose.
Can I supply my own control arms?
On this job the owner did. Brian did labor only. Ask when you call whether that suits your car.
Is suspension work on his list?
It is not on his usual list of jobs. This one was done for the owner. Call and ask about yours.
Clunk Up Front? Call Brian
Tell him where the car is and what it is doing. He quotes it before he starts, and the work happens at your address. Call or text (704) 285-1935, or see the contact page.