{"product_id":"whiteline-w52605-front-control-arm-bushing-bmw-e46","title":"Whiteline Plus 10\/01-05 BMW 3 Series E46 Front Control Arm - Lower Inner Rear Bushing Kit (66.mm OD)","description":"\u003ch4\u003eSharpen Front-End Feel on Your E46\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory rubber front control arm bushing on the E46 chassis softens with age, letting the control arm shift under load and dulling steering feedback and braking stability. The Whiteline W52605 front control arm lower inner rear bushing kit (66mm OD) replaces that worn rubber with a synthetic elastomer bushing, restoring precise control arm location for sharper turn-in and more predictable braking behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic elastomer bushing restores precise front control arm location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves steering feedback and braking stability lost to worn rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperior elasticity and memory compared to factory rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-in replacement for the lower inner rear control arm mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a Whiteline Limited Lifetime Warranty\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\u003e2001-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e320i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1999-2001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e323i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e325xi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1999-2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e328i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330xi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001-2006\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3\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\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW52605\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWHLW52605\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9319924353200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Shell Bushings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBushing Outer Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBushing Inner Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37.4mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Location\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Control Arm, Lower Inner Rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\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 x Whiteline synthetic elastomer control arm bushings (W52605)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline is an Australian-engineered suspension brand focused on sharpening handling without sacrificing everyday drivability. Its bushings, sway bars, and control arms use proprietary synthetic elastomer compounds designed to outlast rubber while keeping ride quality streetable, with every kit validated on real vehicles before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRelated Parts on Our Site\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiteline Front Control Arm Bushing Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiteline Sway Bar Mount Bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy Suspension Bushing Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the W52605?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whiteline W52605 is a front control arm lower inner rear bushing kit with a 66mm outer diameter that replaces worn factory rubber to restore control arm location and steering precision on the E46 chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill the W52605 fit my E46?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it fits E46 chassis 320i, 323i, 325i, 325xi, 328i, 330i, 330xi, and M3 models from 1999-2006 depending on model year range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many bushings are included in this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes 2 shell bushings, enough to service both front control arm lower inner rear mounting points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat symptoms indicate a worn control arm bushing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon symptoms include vague steering feel, clunking over bumps, and inconsistent braking stability caused by the control arm shifting inside a worn rubber bushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit replace the entire control arm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this kit replaces only the bushings at the lower inner rear mounting point on your existing front control arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Whiteline bushing stiffer than factory rubber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Whiteline's polyurethane compound reduces deflection compared to factory rubber while remaining suitable for street use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs professional installation recommended?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost installers with front suspension experience can complete this job with a press and standard hand tools. A shop install is recommended if you lack the equipment to press bushings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit include a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the W52605 is backed by Whiteline's Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafely raise and support the front of the vehicle and remove the wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the front control arm and remove the mounting hardware at the lower inner rear bushing location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress out the worn factory bushing from the control arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress in the new Whiteline shell bushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the mounting hardware and torque to factory specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and recheck bolt torque after a short test drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46250009362511,"sku":"WHLW52605","price":50.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/whiteline-w52605-front-control-arm-bushing-bmw-e46-3.webp?v=1785261154","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-w52605-front-control-arm-bushing-bmw-e46","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}