Replace a worn upper arm and its ball joint in a single piece with the Mevotech Supreme CMK9814, a Honda Civic control arm built as a direct-fit replacement for the front left upper position on the 1988-1991 Honda Civic and 1988-1991 Honda CRX. This Control Arm with Ball Joint links the steering knuckle to the chassis, letting the wheel travel up and down while helping keep it located. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine details.
Mevotech engineers its Supreme parts in-house, and this Mevotech Supreme control arm arrives with the arm and ball joint already combined. A worn upper arm or ball joint may show up as clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear. If a worn front left upper arm is the cause, this assembly replaces the arm and ball joint together. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts. This listing covers the front left upper arm, and replacing the left and right sides together is recommended.
What does a control arm and ball joint assembly do?
It links the steering knuckle to the chassis, letting the wheel travel up and down while the ball joint provides the pivot for steering. CMK9814 combines the arm and ball joint in one unit.
Which position is this Civic control arm for?
CMK9814 is the front left upper arm for the 1988-1991 Honda Civic and 1988-1991 Honda CRX. Replacing the left and right sides together is recommended.
What hardware comes with CMK9814?
It includes the part-specific castle nut and cotter pin used to secure the ball joint to the vehicle.
What is the arm made of?
Mevotech lists stamped steel construction with a protective surface treatment that helps resist rust buildup.
What are signs the upper control arm may need replacing?
Common signs include clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear, or play in the ball joint. Have the suspension inspected to confirm the cause before replacing parts.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
