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Replacement of Front Suspension Wishbone

Model: Alfa Romeo Gtv MK 1 - Years 1995-2004
Part: Control arm

Lift the vehicle using a hydraulic lift, remove the wheel, brake caliper, and brake disc. Then, detach the suspension triangle mounting bolt from the hub and extract the ball joint using a pry bar. Remove the bolts securing the shock absorber to the hub and the axle nut from the hub, as well as the steering rack end. Next, slide the hub off the axle. Remove the half-shell and then detach the bolts securing the wishbone flanges to remove it. Position the new wishbone by tightening the flange support bolts and proceed to reassemble in reverse order.

Updated on 6 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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