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Removing the Bush on the Front Arm of a Skoda Fabia

Model: Skoda Fabia 6Y, Mark1 - Years 1999-2007
Part: Bushings

This video shows how to remove the bush on the front arm of a Skoda Fabia. First, place the car on a column lift and loosen the wheel nuts with a telescopic spanner, then lift the vehicle to your preferred height and remove the wheel. Use a socket spanner to unscrew the lower securing bolt of the wishbone and the bolt mounted under the wheel hub, unscrew the bolts on the upper part of the arm as shown in the video. Remove the bush from the bolt housing. Always compare the replacement parts with the new ones; if they are suitable, you can install them. Now begin the assembly of the new part: fit the new bush, tighten all the bolts on the threads provided. Double-check that everything is tightened properly, then fit the wheel to complete the job.

Updated on 1 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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