How to Replace Front Lower Control Arm 2002-09 Dodge RAM 1500

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    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, or integrated ball joints that require replacing the entire arm when they wear. This video shows you how to install a new quality TRQ lower control arm with ball joint in your 2002-2009 Dodge Ram 1500.
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    This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
    2002 Dodge Ram 1500
    2003 Dodge Ram 1500
    2004 Dodge Ram 1500
    2005 Dodge Ram 1500
    2006 Dodge Ram 1500
    2007 Dodge Ram 1500
    2008 Dodge Ram 1500
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    While TRQ strives to make the information provided in this video as accurate as possible, it makes no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or applicability of the content. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All do-it-yourself projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. TRQ is not responsible or liable for any loss damage (including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, or punitive), liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or resulting from any information posted in this video.
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  • @TRQ
    @TRQ  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

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  • @michaeldepow6663
    @michaeldepow6663 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is for 06/08 it has struts earlier 02/05 have torsion bars, much harder to switch

  • @barryroe6035
    @barryroe6035 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    you are a great mechanic, I worked the trade for years as well, you explain the operations perfectly, anyone can follow your direction, you would make an excellent teacher

  • @holden5102
    @holden5102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks very much for this. Very informative and easy to follow. I’ve been trying to find a video that my little brother could understand and I’ve found it. You just make a 19 yr old with his own lawn business back in action!

  • @MM-vv8mt
    @MM-vv8mt 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video, well produced, with no malarkey.

  • @sparrowstudios615
    @sparrowstudios615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    “Loving bonks” is my new favorite term while doing mechanical maintenance on my truck 😂 Thank you for this 🙌🏻

  • @greenjackal4362
    @greenjackal4362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    New subscriber here, great video - very descriptive and educational. Thank you

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +green jackal Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @ejcguy
    @ejcguy 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This guy is a great mechanic ! Just wondering this front end had no brake dust shield ?

  • @usernamewood
    @usernamewood 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    AWESOME video. Thank you.

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +usernamewood Thanks for watching our video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @buster3108
    @buster3108 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video you should start telling people at the start of the video how much your saving by doing it yourself and how long the job should take I just watched A1 auto and told thar guy the same I think it would help alot of people keep up the great videos

  • @DakotaE57
    @DakotaE57 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If anyone is wondering the adjuster bolt and nut for the lower control arms are 24mm. Well, they were on my ‘06 not sure if they’re all the same

  • @joshcross4739
    @joshcross4739 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome job

  • @Fanboy101Productions
    @Fanboy101Productions 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    M16x2x122 is the factory size for the shock to lower control arm bolt for a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 for anyone wondering, I called the dodge dealership in my town and got that number from them. Replaced mine with a grade 8 bolt from a hardware store

  • @toplistcrew7645
    @toplistcrew7645 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Made this look easy! If my truck had not been from the Midwest I would have don’t this myself. That rust is to much!

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  ปีที่แล้ว

      +Top List Crew Thanks for watching our video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @benjaminnavarro2484
    @benjaminnavarro2484 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I was trying to get a pair of new lower control arm mounting bolts, but I can't seem to find them anywhere for my 04 ram 1500. Where could I find them?

  • @braedenbrown6691
    @braedenbrown6691 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I Always Enjoy Watching Y’all Videos!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🏌🏾‍♂️

  • @aarony5011
    @aarony5011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What size are the strut mount bolts? Looking to replace mine since theyre rotted into the lower control arm. Also what size are the control arm bolts? I havent had much luck on the internet finding the right sizes

  • @dmontrose7446
    @dmontrose7446 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice to see someone working on a rusty POS like my Dodge! PA rust belt.

  • @MrCPPG
    @MrCPPG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I have a 2002 4WD Ram 1500. The uppers need replacing. Can I just undo the 3 nuts and swap a new upper control arm in or is there more to it?

  • @leec8573
    @leec8573 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can the the control arm bolt be in either direction. I have a lift kit on my truck and the rear bolt is close to my cv axle.

  • @georgecampos7119
    @georgecampos7119 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Didn't you worked at 1A autoparts?

  • @jmemixx
    @jmemixx ปีที่แล้ว

    How is TRQ control arms doing? I’ve had to change different ones out that sucks asss and don’t last

  • @sethbryant1583
    @sethbryant1583 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 6:32 does it matter which way the strut bolt faces?

  • @berserkerusmc7613
    @berserkerusmc7613 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This should be titled 2006 to 2009.
    The 02 to 05 had torsion bars, not struts. Completely different animal.

  • @commonsense4921
    @commonsense4921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what year is that truck? i just looked at mine and it doesnt look that easy on mine. i have torsion bars and shocks, no struts. Im a little confused because the one youre working on is a 4x4 as well. any insight on the ones with torsion bars?

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +CommonSense49 Thanks for watching! This was done on a 4x4 model and it is around a 2006 model year vehicle. While some of this might appear different on your vehicle, the process should be similar!

    • @commonsense4921
      @commonsense4921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TRQ the steps are similar to remove the spindle but are completely different to remove the actual control arm. they must have changed over to the strut/spring assembly in 2006.

    • @qcpablum2707
      @qcpablum2707 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@commonsense4921 yeah same here i have a tottaly different setup under my truck

    • @kylefowler5082
      @kylefowler5082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TRQ please change the description of this video, it is not accurate for 2002 to 2005 model trucks. This video is only accurate for 2006-2008

  • @spacecoastkid5033
    @spacecoastkid5033 ปีที่แล้ว

    Figuring out how to seperate that freaking ABS connector was a freaking nightmare without watching this! 😂

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  ปีที่แล้ว

      +SpaceCoastKid Thanks for the feedback! 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @danielvvls13
    @danielvvls13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'll just take it to a mechanic

  • @chasekaneakua8874
    @chasekaneakua8874 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much would labor typically cost for this job?

    • @JackBrilla
      @JackBrilla ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anything suspension related in my opinion is $700-$1200.

  • @user-bg4ob1db4j
    @user-bg4ob1db4j 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol 😆 great job. He makes it look super easy.

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      +El Condor Thanks for watching our video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @blackmamba9671
    @blackmamba9671 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My adjustable bolt is hitting my axle can’t take it out

  • @westrig180
    @westrig180 ปีที่แล้ว

    TITLE IS INCORRECT the 2002 - 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 uses Torsion Bars on the front NOT Coilovers.

  • @jamesanderson4014
    @jamesanderson4014 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A little rushed but good video .

  • @chrisnickells4481
    @chrisnickells4481 ปีที่แล้ว

    06-08 Rams 4x4

  • @michaeldepow6663
    @michaeldepow6663 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Len says vehicle really strage

  • @Nick-qh3cc
    @Nick-qh3cc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That a 4 wheel, coils and shocks are different on mine

    • @brycehemrich5224
      @brycehemrich5224 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s definitely a 2wd

    • @brycehemrich5224
      @brycehemrich5224 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      4wd has a different setup Idk why they didn’t specify that

    • @brycehemrich5224
      @brycehemrich5224 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nvm just watched it all the way through and it’s fs a 4x4 idk why my buddys is different

    • @aaroncarmichael516
      @aaroncarmichael516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brycehemrich5224 no, that is a 4x4, its simply an 06+ style front end, they had coilovers instead of torsion bar suspension

  • @dustinhamm6972
    @dustinhamm6972 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 2005 ram and it doesn't have struts. It's totally different to replace than what is shown in the video. Please change the title.

    • @TRQ
      @TRQ  ปีที่แล้ว

      +Dustin Hamm The part in this video fits your application, and the install should be the same or similar. Buy this part on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-TRQ

  • @kylefowler5082
    @kylefowler5082 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THIS VIDEO IS NOT ACCURATE FOR 2002-2005 TRUCKS!
    Do not rely on this video for 3rd gen trucks in the 2002-2005 range, this video was shot using a 2006 to 2009 truck.

    • @crabbit.
      @crabbit. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I just found this out when trying to remove my LCA. You need to remove your shocks and compress your springs or that thing is not coming out no matter how many loving bonks you give to the knuckle.

    • @yaredglezz2573
      @yaredglezz2573 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s for a 4x4 tho

  • @tribus4
    @tribus4 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So... I ain't got the tools. Think I'll leave to the experts.

  • @AMr-pv1up
    @AMr-pv1up 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a very misleading video this is NOT how u do it for a 2002 through 2006!!!! No mention of a torsion bar or the most important things!!!please update and do those actual years

  • @chayannegarcia77
    @chayannegarcia77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You really don’t have to do all that lol

  • @robadams2831
    @robadams2831 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    is't a upper