Your CONTROL ARM gives your vehicle the mechanism for a smooth ride. By giving each wheel the independent ability to navigate over bumps and dips on the roadways, the CONTROL ARM helps keep your tire flat on the road and absorbs the vibrations you’d otherwise feel while driving. It's the flexible link between your wheels and the vehicle’s frame.
As part of your vehicle’s suspension system, the CONTROL ARM has a few key components: an arm, rubber bushings that connect to your car’s frame, and ball joints or bushings. While the CONTROL ARM allows suspension while driving on rough surfaces, it functions as a place to mount additional suspension parts, like shocks and the anti-roll bar. The CONTROL ARM also aids with responsible handling when you’re behind the wheel.
Despite its durability and being built for longevity, you may find a need to replace your CONTROL ARM. After daily use, the parts on your CONTROL ARM can become unstable, causing poor vehicle handling.
How can you tell it’s time to get a replacement CONTROL ARM? Some symptoms of a poor functioning CONTROL ARM include vibrations in the steering wheel or strange sounds while driving on bumpy roads. On occasion, damage can occur to a CONTROL ARM in an accident or if your vehicle isn't towed properly.
Find a replacement CONTROL ARM for your Nissan Sentra 2007-2012. Ordering direct from OMNIPARTS, you can rest assured that the CONTROL ARM is made to fit your car, truck, or SUV. See the What This Fits tab for more fitment info.