Does your Porsche Creak? (996/986 Control Arm Replacement) DIY!

Does your Porsche Creak? (996/986 Control Arm Replacement) DIY!

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NOTE: We had a problem with the Meyle control arm! It is longer than the original. We have since replaced both front arms with OEM Control Arms.

Hi All, This is a How-to DIY to replace the Lower Link Control Arm on a Porsche 996. The car we have is a 2004 996 Turbo.

Tools and parts:

• Motion Pro 08-0380 Adjustable Torque Wrench Adapter https://goo.gl/FhZGNz
• Torque wrench (at least 120 lb-ft)
• 16, 18, 19, and 21mm Wrench, Socket
• PT Blaster https://goo.gl/1HGVai
• Hammer

You can find parts and tools here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/heidiandfrannysgarage

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Due to factors beyond the control of “Heidi and Franny’s Garage”, We cannot guarantee against the improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. “Heidi and Franny’s Garage” 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. “Heidi and Franny’s Garage” recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of “Heidi and Franny’s Garage”, 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 “Heidi and Franny’s Garage”.

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Heidi and Franny's Garage says:

NOTE: UPDATE! We had a problem with the Meyle control arm! It is longer than the original. We have since replaced both front arms with OEM Control Arms. The process is the same 🙂

Hi All, This is a How-to DIY to replace the Lower Link Control Arm on a Porsche 996. The car we have is a 2004 996 Turbo. If your car is squeaking up front at low speeds, it is probably this…

Tools and parts:

• Motion Pro 08-0380 Adjustable Torque Wrench Adapter https://goo.gl/FhZGNz
• Torque wrench (at least 120 lb-ft
• 16, 18, 19, and 21mm Wrench, Socket
• PT Blaster https://goo.gl/1HGVai
• Hammer

You can find parts and tools here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/heidiandfrannysgarage

If you have any questions or comments please leave them below.

Thanks! Franny

Chris H says:

You make it look easy!
Do you have a video on toe link replacement?

Ricardo Court says:

Wonderful. You give me courage to move on projects!

BigCooter.com says:

might want to show how ya jacked up and added supports to the chassis, so you could safely start loosening stuff

John Matthews says:

Great video Franny! That torque wrench spanner adapter is a brilliant idea!

Sean Cain says:

🙂 Nice one

Ben Terry says:

Thank you so much, had this issue with my 986 Boxster, just the tutorial I need.

Maik Elétrica Automotiva says:

Great video!

cn 250 says:

I watch thousands of car videos , how I'm i just finding you? YouTube is wacky.

Andrew Thompson says:

I had the same creaking sound when I turned the steering on my 997. In my case it was the tie rod end ball joint that was creaking. It was quite easy to diagnose because I could feel the creak when someone else turned the steering.
Working on my own Porsche is a major part of the fun of ownership. They are so nicely built and seem to designed with service in mind. Unlike most modern cars.
You were ultra careful with the ceramic brake rotor. Is that because they can crack or chip easily?

mousetrap 134 says:

Franny ! You make me cry you always get the clean unrusted trailer queen unit while I got in the past the ugly unprotected (road salt) rusted solid jam bolt all over the cars :……0/
very nice tube guy s maybe if a spot in the garage open up we ll talk Adoption !!! or something LOLLLLL !!! All the best SoulDave

Michael Langford says:

Another amazing and informative video! It always amazes me how easy some DIY part replacements can be. Can you give us an idea on how much you saved by doing it yourself (cost of part vs dealership parts and labor)?

NickH says:

Sweet Vid! Making it look easy-peasey as always. I just ordered a super cool "Heidi and Franny's Garage T-shirt" form your website. I will make sure I wear it when I do much less technical things like detail my car or change my oil. Either way I hope it gives me some mechanical super powers when I wear it! I'm going to have to get a few more for friends.

Stephen Auty says:

Another awarding winning video..thanks Franny.

andriver says:

You are simply amazing. I enjoy your detailed videos. Thanks for taking the time to make them.

Acesar2012 says:

Your tool for transfer torque is fantastic, i did never see this tool in Brazil. What is correct name? I will search in ebay. Thanks.

Thomas Headley says:

Great video!

Lars Peter Abildgaard says:

I so love your pink work fleece 😉 thanks for the video from Denmark.

Craig Morgan says:

From a wear perspective its advisable to replace the other side to match, you noted how slack the ball joint was in the removed part, even though its boot was fine it will exhibit similar wear in the knuckle. An ounce of prevention …

Christopher Klanica says:

Looking good. I've done Audi front multi links a few times and love the feeling of accomplishment when completed. I've always replaced both sides when it comes to suspension stuff…. just a guess but I bet the other side is close to being wore out as well. As a suggestion it would be nice to know how much you saved DIY'ing vs Mechanic. The savings can be quite a bit.

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