{"id":97330,"date":"2023-12-06T15:23:04","date_gmt":"2023-12-06T23:23:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=97330"},"modified":"2025-08-26T17:54:32","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T00:54:32","slug":"how-to-replace-upper-control-arms-2009-2018-dodge-ram-1500-youtube","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-upper-control-arms-2009-2018-dodge-ram-1500-youtube\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Replace Upper Control Arms: 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to replace the Upper Control Arms 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500 &#128663;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jFVHIR6qiAk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video to learn how to replace the upper control arms on a 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replacing Upper Control Arms on a 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500: What You Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to perform this DIY replacement job? Remember that all the parts in this guide can be found on CarParts.com. Check out all the products that fit your vehicle right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2011\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"here\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parts Checklist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upper control arms: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/details\/Ram\/1500\/TrueDrive\/Control_Arm\/2017\/Tradesman\/6_Cyl_3-dot-6L\/RD28150012.html?utm_source=Social&amp;utm_medium=YouTube&amp;utm_campaign=MCD12&amp;utm_content=RAM1500_UpperControlArmD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Driver side\">Driver side<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/details\/Ram\/1500\/TrueDrive\/Control_Arm\/2017\/Tradesman\/6_Cyl_3-dot-6L\/RD28150011.html?utm_source=Social&amp;utm_medium=YouTube&amp;utm_campaign=MCD12&amp;utm_content=RAM1500_UpperControlArmP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Passenger side\">Passenger side<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penetrating oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silicone grease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tightening Torques<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upper control arm holding bolt: 130 Ft-lbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upper control arm ball joint: 40 Ft-lbs Additional 200 degrees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools Checklist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s the toolbox we recommend to repair your Dodge RAM 1500: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/tool-kit\/great-neck\/g52hm85\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set\">HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>List of tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Measuring tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUdPQ2ZMV1MyUFlyWDZTRm1IQWt5MjFfODJRZ3xBQ3Jtc0tuaEN1Sl9tb1JOUnltM0JGYUJzLWdKTUdBalg4c21oOWN2UUEycmRGZlFmeG5LRE0xSGVwUF9OTXdFRVNSSFIzaUd2ODl2MG10RTBIWXhXYmF0cklwMWFFVlIzVnJLUnZ1SWMzR0J4TTE2MUlsZ3ZIUQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fcarparts.solutions%2FFloorJack&amp;v=zJd7k6D-vfI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Hydraulic jack\">Hydraulic jack<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTluZ0Q3dlJDX3JWdU9wSTlWWlloNWxFcWtwd3xBQ3Jtc0ttVjJXRGFmSlgxSzhlVlFmTXc4bk5CX3FCOHZyX2hxVHBCcnF0T3RyX2JuVy1Hd3RMLXBtQlg0eHVRTlhFN3ZDSU1ZTUFwV1E1MXVGU0puTFp5VzVnZjdtN01SUTNsUElhTTRJQ1kxYXlNZkVwaHlVQQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fcarparts.solutions%2FJackStands&amp;v=zJd7k6D-vfI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Jack stands\">Jack stands<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wheel lug wrench<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ratchet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>21mm socket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>13\/32&rdquo; socket<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hammer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wire brush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fork<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18mm wrench X2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/torque-wrench\/oemtools\/g5225695?utm_source=Social&amp;utm_medium=YouTube&amp;utm_campaign=MCD12&amp;utm_content=Generic_TORQUEWRENCH_20-250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Torque wrench\">Torque wrench<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rsi-card\">\n  <div class=\"rsi-thumb\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/d_noimage.jpg\/b_white\/e_sharpen,e_auto_brightness,e_auto_contrast\/f_auto\/q_auto:eco,dpr_auto\/w_873,h_873,c_pad\/images\/set-repc281511-4_1\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"rsi-info\">\n    <span class=\"rsi-title\">Best Brands for Control Arms<\/span>\n    <span class=\"rsi-desc\">See which brands carry the best control arms. Compare material, weigh pros and cons, check for warranty coverage, and select control arms that work best for you.<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/best-brands-for-control-arms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Discover Your Options\">Discover Your Options<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Prepare Your Vehicle<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turn off the engine and set the parking brake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Measure Wheel Arch Distance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Measure the distance between the center of your wheel and the wheel arch before lifting the vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: Loosen Front Wheel Stud Bolts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Loosen the stud bolts on the front wheels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift and Secure the Vehicle:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift the front of your vehicle using a jack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the vehicle on jack stands for safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4: Remove Front Wheels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove the wheels to gain complete access to the suspension system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place the removed wheels under the vehicle for added safety.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5: Locate Upper Control Arms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the upper control arms in the suspension system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6: Disconnect Upper Control Arm Ball Joint<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disengage the upper control arm ball joint from the wheel knuckle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Release the ball joint with a ratchet and a 21mm socket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the ball joint turns, block rotation with a ratchet and a 13\/32&rdquo; socket.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a hammer to release the ball joint from the knuckle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish unscrewing the nut and remove the ball joint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7: Access Silent Block Screws<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access the two silent block screws of the upper control arm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 8: Prepare Silent Block Bolts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brush and spray the retaining bolt nuts with penetrating oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 9: Unclip ABS Sensor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a fork to unclip the ABS sensor retaining clip on the upper control arm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 10: Unscrew Silent Block Bolts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use an 18mm wrench to block rotation of the rear silent block retaining bolt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a second 18mm wrench to unscrew the bolt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finish unscrewing and remove the bolt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat the process for the front bolt and remove it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 11: Remove Upper Control Arm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remove the upper control arm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 12: Unscrew Ball Joint Retaining Screw<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unscrew the ball joint retaining screw and remove the ball joint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 13: Install New Control Arm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install the new control arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reinsert the silent block retaining bolts and tighten the nuts initially by hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure the control arm slides easily in their slots before final tightening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 14: Apply Silicone Grease<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply silicone grease to the flat part in contact with the upper control arm ball joint sleeve.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 15: Reinsert Ball Joint<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Re-insert the ball joint and tighten it with a torque wrench.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 16: Final Tightening<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tighten the front retaining bolts with the vehicle on the ground.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lift the wheel knuckle to the original measurement between the wheel center and the wheel arch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the tightening of the holding bolts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove the jack.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 17: Clip ABS Sensor Cable<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clip the ABS sensor cable back onto its support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 18: Reassemble Wheels <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Put the wheels back on your vehicle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lower the vehicle to the ground.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 19: Perform Wheel Alignment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Since you intervened on the front axle, consider performing a wheel alignment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Properly fix the wheels in place.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading97330_0019eb-d4\">Compatible Vehicles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The operation and tools displayed in the video should be available on the following vehicles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2009\/dodge\/ram-1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2009 Dodge Ram 1500\">2009 Dodge Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2010\/dodge\/ram-1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2010 Dodge Ram 1500\">2010 Dodge Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2011\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2011 Ram 1500\">2011 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2012\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2012 Ram 1500\">2012 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2013\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2013 Ram 1500\">2013 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2014\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2014 Ram 1500\">2014 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2015\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2015 Ram 1500\">2015 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2016\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2016 Ram 1500\">2016 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2017\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2017 Ram 1500\">2017 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/vehicle\/2018\/ram\/1500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"2018 Ram 1500\">2018 Ram 1500<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important Reminders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before lifting your vehicle, it is necessary to measure the distance between the center of your wheel and the wheel arch. This will allow you to achieve an optimal tightening of the silentblock equipped elements in their initial position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order not to cause damage, it is necessary to tighten the front retaining bolts in the &ldquo;vehicle on the ground&rdquo; position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During this operation, you will be intervening on the front axle of your car, so it is advisable to perform a wheel alignment afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Disclaimer:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>This video is for entertainment purposes only. CarParts.com, Inc. disclaims all damages including, but not limited to, actual, consequential, and\/or punitive, for any liability, claim, or any other injury or cause related to or arising from any information or lack thereof posted in this video. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. All mechanical car projects entail some risk. It is the sole responsibility of the viewer to assume this risk. If you are in doubt, please consult a licensed mechanic in your area.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Watch this video to learn how to replace the upper control arms on a 2009-2018 Dodge RAM 1500. 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