Anti-Roll Bar: Removal

Install Support Rails (999 5033), Mounting Bracket (999 5006) and Lifting Hook (999 5460). Lift up the engine slightly. See Fig 1 .

CAUTION: Manufacturer recommends replacing steering gear mounting nuts if originals are removed.

Remove 5 nuts holding the steering gear to the sub-frame. See Fig 2 .
Remove the oil pipe brackets bolts from the sub-frame at the front and rear edges.
Position a mobile jack at the rear edge of the sub-frame. See Fig 3 .

CAUTION: Manufacturer recommends replacing sub-frame bolts if originals are loosened or removed.

Remove on both sides, the 4 bolts holding the sub-frame brackets to the bodywork.
Remove the 2 bolts together with the brackets and washers.
Loosen the sub-frame bolts approximately 0.39-0.59" (10-15 mm). Lower the rear edge of the frame. Ensure that the steering gear bolts are released from the frame.
Remove the anti-roll bar from the control arm. Remove the anti-roll bar cap. Remove the anti-roll bar.

Fig 1: Identifying Installation Of Engine Lifting Beam

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Fig 2: Locating Steering Gear Fasteners

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Fig 3: Positioning Jack & Lowering Sub-Frame

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