31 35 005 Removing and installing/replacing push rod (anti-roll bar link) for left/right anti-roll bar

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release nut (1); if necessary, grip dihedron (2) or hexagon socket.

Tightening torque 31 35 1AZ

Installation note:

Replace self-locking nut.

Fig 1: Identifying Dihedron (2)

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Release nut (1); if necessary, grip dihedron or hexagon socket.

Tightening torque 31 35 2AZ

Installation note:

Replace self-locking nut.

Fig 2: Self-Locking Nut (1)

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IMPORTANT:

Never tighten the anti-roll bar link with an impact wrench!

Do not twist the joint of the anti-roll bar link while tightening the nut!

Never twist the joint to hold against the screw connection!

The plastic bond (1) may never be broken as marked with arrows in area (2).

If the plastic bond is broken, the anti-roll bar link must be replaced.

Fig 3: Breaking Plastic Bond

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