The control arm bumper is a vital component that stops damage to the control arm or other significant parts of the suspension.
Control arm bumper significanceThe control arm may travel farther than average when you hit rough parts of the road, and it can cause the vehicle to bottom out. Bottoming out can result in metal-on-metal contact with components such as the control arm and the frame. That is where the control arm bumper comes into play and helps lessen the contact and stops the control arm from being damaged from a heavy impact.
Common issues with a damaged control arm bumperA damaged control arm bumper can lead to worn suspension components, cracking, and causing the vehicle to bottom out.