33 55 000 Removing and installing/replacing rear anti-roll bar

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Necessary preliminary work:

Undo ANTI-ROLL BAR LINKS AT THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .
Lower REAR AXLE SUPPORT .

Release screw (1). (Left side only.)

Tightening torque 33 32 6AZ .

Installation note:

Replace screw.

Tighten down screw connection in NORMAL POSITION .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Anti-Roll Bar Screw

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NOTE: To simplify the graphic, anti-roll bar removal is shown on the removed rear axle.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 33 55 1AZ .

Remove both RUBBER MOUNTS FROM ANTI-ROLL BAR .

Turn anti-roll bar (2) and remove toward the left side.

Installation note:

Check both rubber mounts for damage and replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Anti-Roll Bar And Screws

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