SAIC (MG) MG 5 Control Arm
About this part: Control Arm
A control arm (wishbone) locates the hub carrier relative to the subframe and sets the geometry the wheel moves through. It carries rubber or hydraulic bushings at the inboard end and, on most designs, a ball joint at the outboard end. Many are sold complete with bushings and ball joint fitted.
Symptoms that usually point to it on a vehicle like the MG 5:
- A knock or clunk from one corner over bumps and speed humps.
- Vague, wandering steering and a wheel that will not hold alignment settings.
- Uneven tyre wear across the tread — feathering on the inner or outer shoulder.
Ordering this part
Specify upper or lower, front or rear axle, left or right (many arms are handed), whether the ball joint is integral or separate, and the bushing type. A wheel alignment is required after replacement; budget for it.
Fitment is confirmed from the VIN and from the number on the part being replaced, not from the model name alone: engine variant, trim, market specification and mid-life revisions all change part numbers within the same model year. Send the VIN, the model year, the transmission type, whether the vehicle is left- or right-hand drive, and a photograph of the old part showing any number printed on it.
Read the full Suspension buying guide, or see all MG 5 parts and the SAIC (MG) sourcing notes.
Export and wholesale supply
Sino Drive Components exports SAIC (MG) spare parts from China to importers, distributors, workshops and individual buyers. Wholesale and bulk orders are accepted, mixed loads can be arranged, and the minimum order quantity for this part is shown above. Read how wholesale orders work, or browse Chinese car parts by brand and category.
