OEM Nissan Control Arms & Parts

Guide Your Wheels with Control Arms and Parts

Don't trust overpriced third parties for your genuine OEM parts. Not when you have Nissan Canada in your corner. Control arms connect wheels to the vehicle frame with pivoting joints. These suspension components include the arm, bushings, and ball joint mounting points. Factory control arms use specific geometry that maintains proper alignment. Quality components ensure predictable handling and tire wear.

How Control Arms Position Your Wheels

Your control arms allow vertical wheel movement while maintaining alignment angles. Upper and lower control arms work together in double-wishbone suspensions. Single control arm designs use struts for the second mounting point. Bushings at frame mounting points allow controlled arm rotation. The outer end connects to the steering knuckle through ball joints. Control arm length and angle determine suspension geometry. Nissan control arms for vehicles like the Maxima and Titan use specific shapes for proper camber and caster settings. Rubber bushings isolate road vibration from the chassis. Some designs use adjustable arms for alignment correction. Proper geometry maintains tire contact with the road. The system works with ball joints for complete suspension function.

What Damages Control Arms

Control arms bend from impacts with road obstacles or curbs. Bushings deteriorate from age and separate from metal sleeves. Ball joint mounting points crack from stress. Corrosion weakens metal in salt environments. Overloading exceeds arm capacity causing deformation. Generic aftermarket arms often use incorrect geometry. Poor-quality bushings fail quickly from heat and oil exposure. Collision damage requires replacement for safety. Excessive wear creates alignment problems. Rust perforation compromises structural strength. Hard cornering stresses arms beyond design limits.

Inspecting Control Arm Condition

Replace control arms when bushings show cracking or separation. Bent arms require immediate replacement for safety. Most control arms last 80,000 to 120,000 miles. Clunking noises over bumps indicate worn bushings. Uneven tire wear suggests alignment problems from failed components. Visual inspection reveals cracks or corrosion. Check for play by prying between the arm and frame. Worn bushings allow excessive movement. Replace arms damaged in collisions. Test alignment after replacement to verify proper geometry. Genuine Nissan control arms include correct suspension geometry and quality bushings that maintain alignment and provide long service life, unlike aftermarket arms that may use incorrect dimensions causing handling problems or premature tire wear.

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