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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead and Mineral Oils, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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- The control arm is a metal arm connecting the steering knuckle to the undercarriage of your car.
- It limits the wheel from moving forward or backward whenever the suspension engages on bumps and potholes.
- Control arms consist of a metal arm, bushings, and a ball joint.
- Control arms for the Jeep Grand Cherokee typically cost around $40 to $960.
- Worn out bushings, broken ball joint, and bent metal arm are clear signs indicating you need a replacement.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is American Motors Corporation’s (AMC) entry in the luxury midsize SUV class. Since its introduction in 1992, the Grand Cherokee proved it stature in the segment by bagging the most awards versus its rivals. There are currently four generations of the Jeep Grand Cherokee and over 20 model changes in betweens but it always has been quality for Jeep. Jeep’s strict initiative in achieving top-quality made the Grand Cherokee a recipient of multiple awards left and right.
To know more about the Jeep Grand Cherokee, let’s look closer to one of its suspension system’s significant components—the control arm.
What is a control arm?
If you are to look at your vehicle’s suspension system right now, you’ll notice a metal arm connecting the steering knuckle to the undercarriage of your car. This metal arm guides the movement of the wheel to keep it in line with the car’s body. The control arm limits the wheel from moving forward or backward whenever the suspension engages on bumps and potholes. A wheel on a Jeep Grand Cherokee has upper and lower control arms.
Parts of a control arm
The control arm is a simple mechanism, typically consisted of three parts. Here’s a closer look at the parts that make up a control arm.
Metal arm
The metal arm is the body of the control arm that spans from the bushing area to the ball joint, or in some designs, from bushing to bushing. Metal arm designs vary depending on which vehicle a control arm fits on. Older and newer models of the Jeep Grand Cherokee have varying control arm designs with different metal arm shapes.
Bushings
The bushing is found on the inner end of the control arm. However, some designs feature bushings on both ends of the metal arm. What it does is to cushion the connection between the metal arm and the vehicle’s frame. It consists of an outer metal sleeve and a rubber or polyurethane bushing.
Ball joint
Ball joints are commonly found on the outer end of the metal arm. By saying outer end, it’s the end that’s attached to the steering knuckle. It provides the wheel with limited pivoting range, at the same time, allows a synchronized movement of both the wheel and suspension. There are two kinds of ball joints and these are:
Load-carrying ball joint
Load-carrying ball joints support the weight of the vehicle and provide a pivot point to the steering system.
Follower ball joint
A type of ball joint that serves as a secondary pivot point for the wheel’s steering knuckle.
Finding the right control arm for your Jeep Grand Cherokee
There are different control arm designs for the Jeep Grand Cherokee, each one fits a specific model year. To get the perfect fit, use our filter tab and indicate your vehicle’s year, make, and model. You may further customize and narrow the list down by utilizing the “Shop By” menu and selecting from the different categories.
How much is a Jeep Grand Cherokee control arm?
Control arms for the Jeep Grand Cherokee typically cost around $40 to $960. They are sold individually, in kits, or sets. You may find straight OE replacement parts, as well as performance replacements if you wish to upgrade your Jeep’s experience. Be sure to check out the different materials available, design, and color finish.
Signs you need to replace your control arm
There are different ways to tell if your car is in need of a control arm replacement. As long as you know what to observe, you probably won’t find it difficult to point out these signs. Accidents, material aging, chemical-related wearing, and improper fitting are just among the many culprits resulting in a failing control arm. A damaged control arm is one of the last things you want to find in your vehicle. You can end up with a damaged control arm if you’re recently involved in an accident so it’s always best to have your car checked after a fender bender.
Worn out ball joint or bushings
Since these components have non-metal parts, these are the most susceptible to damage. Cracked bushings or broken ball joints are products of abuse and extensive exposure to stress caused by extreme driving conditions. If you notice something wrong with your wheel movements, be sure to have your car checked by a mechanic as soon as possible.
Bent metal arm
The metal arm isn’t easily damaged unless there’s a present rusting around its connection points. You may also damage the metal arm after hitting a huge bump at high rates of speed.
Benefits of replacing a damaged control arm
Driving with a damaged control arm poses a serious threat to the vehicle’s occupants. With a failing control arm, there’s a possibility for the wheel to behave differently. Changes in the wheel’s behavior can cause difficulties in handling. If you wish to take care of your suspension, wheel, and passengers by not getting in an accident caused by a damaged control arm, get a replacement as soon as you notice evident signs of wearing.
