![]() Perform a four wheel alignment/tighten the turnbuckle lock nuts. Torque the control arm bolts with the vehicle at ride height, then reinstall braces and shields as necessary. Reinstall and torque the wheels, then lower the vehicle onto the wheels so it is at ride height. Install the ECS Tuning control arms into place. Remove both lower control arm mounting bolts, pushing the rear differential towards the rear as necessary to remove the bolts. Support the rear trailing arms using a jack or adjustable jack stand. ![]() Unbolt the rear differential from the subframe (this will be required for clearance to remove the inner control arm bolts). Remove rear underbody shields and insulation as necessary. M3 models only: Remove the rear reinforcing brace. ![]() ![]() On page 10 we have listed all of the necessary torque specifications for the E46 rear suspension to cover the control arms as well as any other replacements/repairs you may be performing at the same time. Use the following checklist as a guide for control arm replacement.
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