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Removing Front Anti-Roll Bar

  1. Loosen connecting links on the anti-roll bar.
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Connecting Link Screw
    G10026481Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    1. 1.1. Unscrew fastening nut (M10 x 1.5 or M12 x 1.5) -1-  . To unscrew the fastening nut, counter with screwdriver 9546  (Torx screwdriver) at the ball-joint pin.

      Replace fastening nut 

    2. 1.2. Remove ball-joint pin from the bore in the anti-roll bar.
  2. Loosen threaded connections for anti-roll bar clamp on the front-axle cross member -1-  at both sides.
    Fig 2: Identifying Anti-Roll Bar On Front-Axle Cross Member
    G10026482Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Get ready to lower the front-axle cross member. For more information see → INFORMATION  .

    Do not carry out the following steps: 

    • 5. Loosen lower front-axle wishbone at the outside.
    • 7. Loosen mounting for height sensor and coolant pipe.
    • 10. Release and unplug battery connector and vehicle signal connector from the steering gear motor.
    • 11. Remove front-axle carrier.
    WARNING: Warning about components falling down when the vehicle is raised
    • Risk of personal injury, particularly head injuries, if the front-axle cross member or steering gear falls down.

    → Never detach the front-axle cross member completely and also support it with a hydraulic lift.

    → Secure the loose steering gear to prevent it from falling down and always get another mechanic to help you to remove it.

    CAUTION: Hot components
    • Risk of burns

    → Let hot components cool down.

    → Wear personal protective gear.

  4. Lower the front-axle cross member as far as required until you have enough room to remove the anti-roll bar.
  5. Remove anti-roll bar.
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