33 55 000 Removing and installing / replacing rear stabilizer

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove both Rear Coil Springs
Remove Left Control Arm On Wheel Carrier
Remove Stabilizer Link From Wheel Carrier
Lower Rear Axle Carrier

NOTE: To simplify the illustration, removal of the stabilizer is depicted on the removed rear axle.

Release screws (1).

Remove Rubber Mount On Both Sides From Stabilizer.

Turn stabilizer (2) and remove sideways.

Installation:

Check Rubber Mount On Both Sides For Damage , replace if necessary.

For tightening torque refer to 33 55 1AZ in 33 55 STABILIZER BAR .

Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer And Screws

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After installation:

Bleed Braking System