Remove the rear anti-roll bar

WARNING: Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: 00... RAISING THE VEHICLE WITH A VEHICLE LIFT .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.
Make sure that the vehicle does not lift off the mounting plates on the vehicle lift.

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist if the weight is distributed unevenly .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Ensure there is a specific weight compensation on the car.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to REMOVING COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE CAMBER CONTROL ARM ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING TANK COVER ON LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE LEFT AND RIGHT REINFORCEMENT STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING HEAT SHIELD AT REAR .
Refer to RELEASING THE PROP SHAFT FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to RELEASING THE CABLE FOR THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR FROM THE REAR AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to LOOSENING CABLE OF REAR LEFT AND RIGHT RPM SENSOR .
Refer to RELEASING THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT SHOCK ABSORBER FROM THE BODY .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT COIL SPRING .
Refer to LOOSENING THE BRAKE CALIPER, LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to RELEASING THE WIRING HARNESS FROM THE M SPORT DIFFERENTIAL .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to POSITIONING THE SPECIAL TOOL ON THE REAR AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to LOWERING REAR AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to DETACHING THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR .

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Incorrect assembly is possible. Ensure correct installation position.

Loosen screws (1) .
Remove the retainer (2) .
Remove the rear anti-roll bar (3) .

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