How to remove, inspect, and install a control arm on Lexus RX330?

Tighten the lug nuts on one wheel, jack up the front of your car, place jackstands securely under it, and take off your wheel from that side. Detach the transverse engine mount at the subframe that holds the control arm front bolts, being careful this step is hard and needs an engine lift or support fixture to complete. Unscrew the balljoint retaining bolt and nuts to remove the control arm from the balljoint, and tap the arm away from the balljoint with a lever tool. Unfasten and take out the bolts that hold the control arm to the engine cradle, remember to disconnect the suspension height sensor before handling the bolts. First, loosen and remove two bolts that hold the control arm to the engine cradle. After that, remove the arm from its place. Check that the control arm is straight. If it is bent, replace it. Also check the bushings; if they are cracked, torn, or worn, replace the control arm. First, do the opposite of taking apart by tightening all bolts to their correct torque settings. Next, put the wheel and lug nuts back on, jack up the car, and tighten the lug nuts to the required torque. Checking and fixing the front wheel alignment should be your next step after finishing this job.

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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Right
Part Number: 48068-0E010
$224.10 MSRP: $305.54
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- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Rh; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 48068-48020
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Left
Part Number: 48069-0E010
$224.10 MSRP: $305.54
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Lh; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Position: Lower Driver Side
- Replaces: 48069-48020
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Left
Part Number: 48069-48020
$225.94 MSRP: $305.54
You Save: $79.60 (27%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Lh
- Position: Lower Driver Side
- Replaced by: 48069-0E010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Right
Part Number: 48068-48020
$225.94 MSRP: $305.54
You Save: $79.60 (27%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Rh
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 48068-0E010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Left
Part Number: 48069-0E020
$233.13 MSRP: $317.85
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Lh; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: SPORT PACKAGE
- Position: Lower Driver Side
- Replaces: 48069-48030
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Right
Part Number: 48068-0E020
$233.13 MSRP: $317.85
You Save: $84.72 (27%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Rh; Control Arm, Lower Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: SPORT PACKAGE
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 48068-48030
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Right
Part Number: 48068-48030
$235.04 MSRP: $317.85
You Save: $82.81 (27%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Rh
- Manufacturer Note: SPORT PACKAGE
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 48068-0E020
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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Lexus RX330 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Left
Part Number: 48069-48030
$235.04 MSRP: $317.85
You Save: $82.81 (27%)
Ships in 1 Business Day
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Sub-Assy, Front Suspension, Lower No.1 Lh
- Manufacturer Note: SPORT PACKAGE
- Position: Lower Driver Side
- Replaced by: 48069-0E020
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Lexus RX330 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA

Lexus RX330 Control Arm

The Lexus RX330 Control Arm connects the frame of the SUV to each of the front wheels, allowing the suspension to react smoothly to bumps without losing steering precision. Every Control Arm pivots on bushings on the chassis and attaches to the knuckle via a bushing or ball joint and guides the wheel up and down without any forward or backward drift. Early RX330 models were equipped with stamped steel Control Arm pieces that were strong but prone to rust, which could hinder service and even cause failure when corrosion became severe. Later editions of the Lexus had cast iron or lightweight cast aluminum styles, reducing weight while boosting rigidity, allowing the suspension to better absorb impacts and helping the vehicle to corner with confidence. Regardless of material, the Control Arm also carries spring or shock loads and, in a MacPherson strut setup applied on every Lexus RX330, goes into operation perpendicular to the car's length, with a separate radius rod stopping fore and aft movement. Damage from curbs or collisions can bend an arm, but the typical service focus remains on the bushings and ball joints that enable the Lexus RX330 suspension to remain quiet and responsive. When those wear parts start to loosen, replacing the affected Control Arm restores factory handling feel.

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Lexus RX330 Control Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Sub-Assembly No.1 Right
48068-0E010
Q: How to remove, inspect, and install a control arm on Lexus RX330?
A:
Tighten the lug nuts on one wheel, jack up the front of your car, place jackstands securely under it, and take off your wheel from that side. Detach the transverse engine mount at the subframe that holds the control arm front bolts, being careful this step is hard and needs an engine lift or support fixture to complete. Unscrew the balljoint retaining bolt and nuts to remove the control arm from the balljoint, and tap the arm away from the balljoint with a lever tool. Unfasten and take out the bolts that hold the control arm to the engine cradle, remember to disconnect the suspension height sensor before handling the bolts. First, loosen and remove two bolts that hold the control arm to the engine cradle. After that, remove the arm from its place. Check that the control arm is straight. If it is bent, replace it. Also check the bushings; if they are cracked, torn, or worn, replace the control arm. First, do the opposite of taking apart by tightening all bolts to their correct torque settings. Next, put the wheel and lug nuts back on, jack up the car, and tighten the lug nuts to the required torque. Checking and fixing the front wheel alignment should be your next step after finishing this job.

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