Glossary / Suspension

lower control arm

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It’s a part of the car’s suspension that helps keep the wheel moving up and down while staying in the right place for steering.

Technical Definition

The lower control arm is a suspension component that connects the vehicle’s chassis to the wheel hub, allowing vertical movement while maintaining steering geometry.

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