SATURN Ion Sedan Control arm replacement Cost
2003–2007 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$302–$2.8k
Parts + labour
Labour hours
1.5–4.5h
At a typical garage
Control arms connect the wheel hub to the chassis and contain bushings and often a ball joint; worn bushings cause clunking, vibration through the steering wheel and imprecise handling. Replacement typically includes new bushings or a complete arm. SATURN Ion Sedan control arm replacement costs $302–$2755 plus alignment.
Typical parts included
- Control arm (wishbone) – front
- Control arm – rear
- Control arm bushing
What affects the price
- Whether the full arm or just the bushings are replaced (separate bushings are cheaper but more labour-intensive)
- Front vs rear and upper vs lower arm position
- Wheel alignment required afterwards
Common questions
How long does this repair take?
Control arm replacement on a SATURN Ion Sedan typically takes 1.5–4.5 hours at a garage.
How often does this need to be done?
For a SATURN Ion Sedan, this is typically needed as needed—typically every 80,000–150,000 miles; bushings wear before the arm itself.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the SATURN Ion Sedan
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Control arm replacement cost on similar cars
- OPEL Astra 5 Doors$240–$414
- VOLKSWAGEN Golf 5 Doors$240–$414
- MERCEDES BENZ A-Klasse$240–$414
- RENAULT Megane 5 Doors$240–$414
- FORD Focus 5 Doors$240–$414
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