Front lower right control arm Honda Civic VIII (UFO) – Meyle HD 31-16 050 0006/HD

Front lower right control arm Honda Civic VIII (UFO) – Meyle HD 31-16 050 0006/HD

Front lower right control arm Meyle HD 31-16 050 0006/HD is a reinforced replacement for the original Honda arm used in the eighth generation Civic (UFO). It connects the front hub carrier to the subframe and is responsible for guiding the front right wheel (passenger side on left-hand-drive cars) under load, braking and cornering.

This Meyle HD arm comes with a pre-installed rubber bushing in a clamp and an integrated ball joint, so you can replace the whole control arm as a complete assembly without pressing in individual components.

Meyle HD – reinforced design and 48-month warranty

The Meyle HD line is designed as an upgrade over standard replacement parts. The front lower control arm for Civic VIII benefits from:

• reinforced arm design for increased stiffness under load,
• high-quality rubber bushing for better durability and comfort,
• pre-installed ball joint with precise fit and smooth operation,
• high corrosion resistance thanks to quality surface coating,
• 48-month warranty from Meyle (according to manufacturer’s terms).

For a car that is often driven dynamically or with higher mileage, the HD arm helps restore precise steering and stability, while at the same time offering longer service life compared to many budget aftermarket parts.

Applications – Honda Civic VIII (UFO)

The control arm fits the following Honda Civic VIII models:

• Honda Civic 3D 2007–2011 – 1.4 (FK1, FN4), 1.8 (FN1, FK2), 2.2 i-CTDi (FK3), 2.0 Type-R (FN2)
• Honda Civic 5D 2006–2011 – 1.4 (FK1, FN4), 1.8 (FN1, FK2), 2.2 i-CTDi (FK3)

Position: front axle, lower, right side (front passenger side on LHD cars).

Replaces the following Honda OEM numbers

Meyle HD 31-16 050 0006/HD is a direct replacement for these original Honda control arms:

• 51350-SMG-E01
• 51350-SMG-E02
• 51350-SMG-E03
• 51350-SMG-E04
• 51350-SMG-E05
• 51350-SMG-E06
• 51350-SMG-E07

When is it time to replace the front lower control arm?

A worn control arm, bushing or ball joint in the Civic VIII often shows up as:

• knocking or clunking noises over bumps,
• instability or “floating” feeling of the front end,
• uneven or accelerated tyre wear on the front axle,
• problems with wheel alignment that return after adjustment,
• play detected in the ball joint or bushing during inspection.

Replacing the complete arm with a ready-to-fit Meyle HD unit restores correct geometry and helps the Civic keep its precise steering feel and stability.

FAQ – Meyle HD front lower right control arm Honda Civic VIII

1. Is this arm supplied with the bushing and ball joint?
Yes. The Meyle HD 31-16 050 0006/HD arm includes a pressed-in rubber bushing in its clamp and an integrated ball joint – it is ready to install.

2. Does it fit both 3-door and 5-door Civic VIII?
Yes, it fits both 3D (FK/FN) and 5D versions with the engines listed above, provided the engine code and year match the application list.

3. Is this arm suitable for the Civic Type-R FN2?
Yes, it is also used on the 2.0 Type-R FN2 on the front right lower position.

4. Is Meyle HD stronger than a standard aftermarket arm?
Meyle HD parts are engineered as an upgrade: reinforced construction, improved materials and an extended 48-month warranty provide increased durability compared to many standard aftermarket arms.

5. Do I need to align the wheels after replacing the arm?
Yes. Any suspension work that affects control arms or ball joints should be followed by a proper wheel alignment to ensure correct geometry and even tyre wear.