Most 1998 - on Vw Passat models have a sophisticated multi-link front control arm suspension. The Passat struts are mounted onto the control arm and the integral Passat control arm ball joint is at an upside down installation position.

The weight of an Vw Passat chassis rests on the upper side of the control arm ball joint. Such significant dynamic loads can lead to eventual failure of the control arm bushings hydro filling. Too, due to the force of gravity, the lubricant in the control arm ball joint flows from the upper side downwards into the sealing ring. This loss of lubrication leads to wear and eventual failure of the integral Passat control arm ball joint. Passat owners become aware of this by the front suspension squeaking noise when braking.

Ocap control arm kits are a great replacement option. Ocap of Italy has improved Vw Passat control arms. The materials used in these improved Ocap Passat control arms prove to be a long-term solution for Passat control arm problems. The control arm bushing material is composed of an updated resilient material for improved steering input, handling and durability. Ocap control arm kits also include improved control arm rubber dust boots, made of a high quality material which prevents cracking and exposure of the ball joint as well as better moly grease for less wear and more miles.

Ocap is a renowned high quality Italian company that specializes specifically in the area of steering and suspension parts. We've used these Ocap kits in our own service facility and have had great results. Not much is know about Ocap in the Vw realm because their replacement suspension parts are used more on Mercedes, Volvo, and BMW models. However, they are the OEM supplier for Maserati and Lamborghini. They are a TÜV and ISO 9001 certified company. This is one of the most important certifying bodies in Europe. Ocap has also achieved two more important ISO 14001 and ISO/TS 16949 quality certifications. We encourage you to check out their site for more information. www.ocap.it

• Qty2  4D0 407 151P Passat Control Arm - Lower DS & PS
• Qty1  8E0 407 693Q Passat Control Arm - Lower Rear DS
• Qty1  8E0 407 694Q Passat Control Arm - Lower Rear PS
• Qty1  8E0 407 505A Passat Control Arm - Upper DS
• Qty1  8E0 407 506A Passat Control Arm - Upper PS
• Qty1  4D0 407 509J Passat Control Arm - Upper Rear DS or
• Qty1  8E0 407 509A Passat Control Arm - Upper Rear DS
• Qty1  4D0 407 510J Passat Control Arm - Upper Rear PS or
• Qty1  8E0 407 510A Passat Control Arm - Upper Rear PS
• Qty1  8D0 411 317D Passat Sway Bar Link - DS
• Qty1  8D0 411 318D Passat Sway Bar Link - PS
• Qty2  8E0 419 811B Passat Tie Rod Ends Outer DS & PS
• Plus All Necessary Installation Hardware

Do you have a loose Vw Passat control arm, ball joint, or suspension rattle? Does your Passat front suspension clunk every time you hit a pothole? You may need to replace your Passat control arms and control arm bushings. Replacing Vw Passat control arms one by one can cost a lot of money. You'll save big on installation costs when replacing all of your Passat control arms at once. If some of the control arms are on their way out, the others aren't far behind. You're better off getting the job done right the first time.

Save hundreds of dollars by replacing all of your Vw Passat control arms, tie rod ends, sway bar links, and hardware with our convenient updated kit! In the event of an Passat control arm failure, look to the nation's leading Passat control arm specialist for the solution!

Are you unsure how to install Vw control arms or bushing, curious how long it takes to replace them, or wondering if any special tools are required for control arm replacement; then check out the following:

• Technical tips on how to replace and install Passat control arms.