VW Passat Front Control Arms

This write-up will highlight the front multi-link VW Passat control arm suspension. Why replacing all your front VW Passat control arms at once can save you money in the long run? We will also give you an example of what’s all needed for a complete front multi-link VW Passat suspension replacement and what makes our VW Passat control arms Improved?

About the Front Multi-Link VW Passat Control Arm Suspension

In 1998-2005 the VW Passat 2WD and 4-Motion models have a sophisticated multi-link front control arm suspension. The VW Passat multi-link suspension is a light weight all aluminum design which offers excellent driving comfort and great performance benefits over other automobiles. Most other cars feature a two a-arm control arm front suspension. The two a-arm control arm front suspension work great for basic function but will lack some performance. The VW Passat front control arm system consists of 8 control arms total and 2 sway bar links. This complex system offers superior suspension geometry for greater vehicle handling, steering input, improved tire contact patch during spirited driving and minimal bump steer or torque steer. The above-mentioned information makes for a better driving car as is often associated with an VW.

Even though the front VW Passat multi-link control arm suspension offers great benefits, it also does have some hinderances. Obviously, more control arms mean more control arms and cost for replacement. The front VW Passat struts are mounted directly to the lower forward control arms which amplifies direct road vibration and can amplify or accelerate control arm wear. Each control arm features an integral VW Passat control arm ball joint casted into each control arm. This makes a simple ball joint replacement impossible. Requiring you to replace the entire control arm unit when dealing with a loose ball joint. A significant amount of weight rests on each control arm and ball joint. Such significant dynamic loads can lead to eventual control arm failure. Also, excessive lateral loads stress the lower aft and upper control arm ball joints and control arm bushings resulting in suspension noises and squeaks. Too, due to the force of gravity, the lubricant in the control arm ball joint flows from the upper side of the ball joint downwards into the sealing ring. This loss of lubrication around the entire ball joint area leads to wear and eventual failure of the integral VW Passat control arm ball joint. Most VW Passat owners become aware of this by the front suspension squeaking noises and mild knocking.

VW Control Arms Diagram and KitWhat Makes Our VW Passat Control Arms Improved?

Our control arms and control arm kits are a great replacement option. We offer several improved VW Passat control arm options. The materials used in these improved VW Passat control arms prove to be a long-term repair solution for VW Passat control arm problems. All control arms are made under O.E. required aluminium alloy 6082 material. The control arm bushing material is composed of an updated resilient material for improved steering input, handling and durability. Our control arms and 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. We also feature heavy duty VW Passat tie rod ends that feature a larger ball joint diameter for more structural surface area of the ball. This results in a higher strength tie rod for more longevity. Our VW Passat control arms and control arm kits are sourced from renowned high-quality suspension control arm manufacturers that specialize specifically in the area of steering and suspension parts. We've used these suspension parts in our own service facility and have had great results. Our suspension components are all TUV, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO/TS 16949 quality certified company in accordance to OEM supplier requirements. These are some of the most important certifying bodies in Europe. Below is an example of the necessary control arms and suspension parts needed for a complete front VW Passat control arms repair and replacement.

Improved Front VW Passat Control Arm and Suspension Component List Example (Applies to 2WD and 4-Motion)

  • 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

Our VW Passat control arms are offered at discounted prices for nearly every VW Passat model! Blauparts is the VW Passat control arm low price leader! The highest quality in updated and improved VW Passat suspension components (i.e. control arms, control arm bushings, ball joints, and tie rods).

(Note: The above part numbers are subject to change due to OE part number supersession updates.)

Why You Should Consider Replacing All Your VW Passat Control ARMS at Once

Do you have a loose VW Passat control arm, ball joint, or suspension rattle? Does your VW Passat front suspension clunk every time you hit a pothole? You may need to replace your VW 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 your VW 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 your VW Passat control arms, tie rod ends, sway bar links, and hardware with our convenient updated kit! In the event of an VW Passat control arm failure, look to the nation's leading VW Passat control arm specialist for the solution!