31 35 000 Removing and installing/replacing front stabilizer

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION
Remove FRONT V-STRUTS
Remove both STABILIZER LINKS FROM STABILIZER

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 31 35 1AZ .

Remove stabilizer; if necessary, press off from engine carrier with a suitable tool.

Installation:

Check RUBBER MOUNT ON BOTH SIDES FOR DAMAGE , replace if necessary.

Replace self-locking nuts.

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts

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Replacement:

Remove RUBBER MOUNT ON BOTH SIDES FROM STABILIZER .