E46 Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement with Tool Sizes and Torque Specs: 3-Series BMW

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3-series BMW front lower control arm bushings: how to replace including tool sizes and torque specs for 1999-2006 3-series (E46)

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TOOLS AND SUPPLIES USED:
• Impact wrench
• Torque wrench
• Plastic mallet
• Electric screwdriver
• 17mm socket
• 16mm socket
• Socket extension
• Phillips #3
• 4” 3-Jaw puller
• Floor jack
• Two jack stands
• A stool
• A creeper
• A light
• Degreaser
• Dish soap
• Shop towels
• Two wood blocks
• Padded gloves
• Waterproof grease
• Safety glasses
• Paint marker
• A new set of control arm bushings
• And four bolts for the reinforcement brace

NOTE:
Never get under a car that is only supported by a floor jack.

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I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. The creator of this content assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. I recommend safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not the creator of this content.

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