Stabilizer bar, removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G. 1331

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Torque wrench V.A.G 1331

Removing

Remove sound insulation.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide Link/Subframe Connection Bolts

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Remove bolt -2-

Fig 3: Identifying Front Stabilizer Bar Brackets

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Remove hex nut - 2 -.
Remove stabilizer

Installing

NOTE:

If you replace stabilizer, note chassis version.
Stabilizer and bushing must be free of grease.

Fig 4: Identifying Front Stabilizer Bar Brackets

GW00004903

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Install new nuts - 2 - but do not tighten.

Fig 5: Identifying Guide Link/Subframe Connection Bolts

GW00019426

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Tighten new bolts - 2 -

Fig 6: Identifying Front Stabilizer Bar Brackets

GW00004903

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Tighten nuts - 2 - to 25 Nm.
Install sound insulation. →
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