{"product_id":"whiteline-kta286-front-control-arm-bmw-m3-m4-m2","title":"Whiteline 15-18 BMW M3 \/ 15-20 M4 \/ 16-21 M2 Front Control Arm","description":"\u003ch4\u003eStop Brake Dive Deflection In The M Car Front End\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory rubber bushings on the M3, M4, and M2 front control arms are intentionally soft to allow multi axis movement during steering, but under hard braking they compress and release, letting the arm deflect. That deflection shows up as reduced stability, inconsistent brake feel, and momentary tire skip, especially when ABS engages or the car is pushed hard. This Whiteline KTA286 front control arm replaces the factory arm and bushing assembly with a design built to hold suspension geometry stable and keep the tire planted under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement front lower control arm for M3, M4, and M2 chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces bushing compliance that causes arm deflection under braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeeps front suspension geometry stable during hard braking and cornering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves brake feel consistency and reduces tire skip under ABS engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKTA286 is a bolt in replacement using factory mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015-2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKTA286\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot Published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Lower Control Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Control Arms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 front lower control arms with integrated bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline designs and manufactures suspension components engineered to sharpen handling while preserving daily drivability. Their control arm solutions reduce unwanted compliance found in factory rubber bushings, delivering more predictable handling and braking feel under hard driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KTA286?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe KTA286 is a Whiteline front lower control arm designed to replace the factory arm and bushing assembly on the BMW M3, M4, and M2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the factory control arm cause brake dive or deflection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eFactory rubber bushings are designed soft for multi axis movement during steering, but under hard braking they compress and release, allowing the arm to deflect and reduce stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this improve brake feel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, reducing bushing compliance keeps the suspension geometry more stable under braking, which improves brake feel consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this help with tire skip under ABS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the reduced deflection under hard braking helps keep the tire planted, which can reduce tire skip when ABS engages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt in replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the KTA286 uses the factory mounting points for a direct bolt in installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this control arm fit both manual and automatic transmission cars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this control arm is a chassis specific part and fits regardless of transmission type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires disconnecting the factory control arm from the subframe and knuckle, which is a moderate difficulty job best suited to an experienced DIY installer or shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installing this control arm require an alignment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a full wheel alignment is recommended after installation to confirm camber and toe are within specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the front of the vehicle on jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the wheel and disconnect the factory front control arm from the knuckle and subframe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the Whiteline KTA286 front control arm and torque all fasteners to factory specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the wheel and lower the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerform a full wheel alignment to confirm camber and toe are within specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46249999630415,"sku":"WHLKTA285","price":430.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/whiteline-kta286-front-control-arm-bmw-m3-m4-m2-1.jpg?v=1785251409","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-kta286-front-control-arm-bmw-m3-m4-m2","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}