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Correct Anti-Lift Geometry On Your MK7 Golf Platform Car
The VW Golf, GTI, and Golf R MK7 platform uses a front lower control arm with a compliant inner rear bushing that limits anti-lift geometry correction under hard acceleration and braking. This Whiteline KCA499 double offset bushing kit firms up that mounting point to sharpen steering feedback and reduce unwanted suspension movement during hard driving.
Key Features
- Double offset bushing design corrects anti-lift geometry at the front lower control arm
- Improves steering feedback and reduces bushing deflection under load
- Synthetic elastomer construction resists wear better than the factory rubber bushing
- Improves braking performance and reduces under load alignment change
- Direct bolt in replacement at the factory inner rear mounting point
- KCA499 is engineered specifically for the MK7 platform front lower control arm
Fitment
| Year Range | Make | Model | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2019 | Volkswagen | Golf | S |
| 2015-2019 | Volkswagen | Golf R | Base |
| 2015-2025 | Volkswagen | GTI | S |
| 2015-2025 | Volkswagen | GTI | Autobahn |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Whiteline |
| MPN | KCA499 |
| UPC | 9319924465651 |
| Position | Front, Inner Rear |
| Application | Lower Control Arm Bushing Kit |
| Benefit | Anti-Lift Correction |
| Kit Contents | Double Offset Bushings |
What's Included
- Front lower control arm inner rear double offset bushing kit
- Required hardware for installation
About Whiteline
Whiteline designs and manufactures suspension components engineered to sharpen handling while preserving daily drivability. Their caster and camber correction kits, control arms, and bushing sets use proprietary synthetic elastomers and precision engineered geometry to correct factory suspension compliance and unlock more consistent, predictable handling.
FAQ
What is the KCA499?The KCA499 is a Whiteline front lower control arm inner rear bushing kit for the MK7 platform VW Golf, GTI, and Golf R that corrects anti-lift geometry using a double offset design.
What does anti-lift geometry correction do?It reduces unwanted suspension movement under hard acceleration and braking, improving chassis composure and steering feedback.
Do I need an alignment after installing this kit?Yes, a front end alignment check is recommended after installation to confirm all settings remain within specification.
Is this kit compatible with lowering springs or coilovers?Yes, this bushing kit is commonly installed alongside lowering springs or coilovers as part of a broader front suspension refresh.
Can I install this kit myself?Yes, most installers with basic hand tools and a press or bushing tool can complete this swap in a home garage.
Does this kit include the entire control arm?No, this kit includes only the replacement inner rear bushing for the factory front lower control arm, not the arm itself.
Will this bushing wear out like the factory rubber bushing?Whiteline's synthetic elastomer compound is formulated to resist wear and retain its properties longer than the factory rubber bushing.
Is this kit for the front or rear suspension?This kit is for the front lower control arm inner rear mounting position only.
Install Instructions
- Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle on jack stands
- Remove the front lower control arm from its inner rear chassis mounting point
- Press out the factory bushing from the control arm mount
- Install the new Whiteline double offset bushing into the mount
- Reinstall the control arm and torque all fasteners to factory specification
- Lower the vehicle and have a professional alignment check performed
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