2012-2015 VW Passat TDI B7 Front Lower Control Arms / Bushings (Fast Method)

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Here is a quick and easy tutorial on replacing your Front Lower Control Arm Bushings on your 2012-2015 VW Passat TDI. You can decide if you want to just swap the bushings out or replace the entire arms. We show you step by step on how to get this job done quickly.

These Control Arms were also used on the 2012-2019 Beetle and the B7/B7.5 Passat from 2016-2021 so the removal and installation will be very similar depending on your engine style.

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Tools Needed:
16mm Socket
18mm Socket
Ratchet
Pry Bar 16”
Nm/Ft. Lbs Torque Wrench
*Optional – Press or Bushing removal kit

We always order from FCPEuro since these parts are guaranteed for life.

Parts Links:
Control Arm Bolts for 2012-5/2013 – Need (4)
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-c...
For 6/2013-2015
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-b...

Dog Bone Mount Bolts – Need (1) each
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi...
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...

Front Rearward Bushing – Need (2)
VW - $26
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...
Lemforder - $11
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/volk...

Front Forward Bushing – Need (2)
VW - $24
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...
Lemforder - $6
https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi...

Or if you prefer to swap the entire control arms out, here are your options:

VW Right $346 – https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...
VW Left $346 – https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...
REIN Right $89 – https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...
REIN Left $104 – https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-s...

2014 Volkswagen Passat Quick Reference Specification Book – https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/201...

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