General note!

Procedure for replacing the stabilizer mount

1. Raise and secure vehicle.

Tip: Conduct the diagnosis on a 4-post lifting platform. This ensures a noise is not produced falsely or eliminated as the axle rebounds.

2. Remove lower engine cover (if present).

3. On vehicles with xenon headlights also disconnect the rod on the level sensor.

4. Remove mounting bolts of the stabilizer mounts – remove mount cover and rubber parts.

Removing mounting bolts of the stabilizer mount

5. Loosen and remove stabilizer mounting bolts on the stabilizer rods (stabilizer links).

6. Clean stabilizer thoroughly.

Note: Some stabilizer mounts have sealing sleeves. These can be damaged if dirt accumulates on the stabilizer during assembly!

Remove stabilizer mounting bolt

7. Push sealing sleeves (depending on design) over the stabilizer. Note the installation position of the sleeves.

Depending on the design, the stabilizer mounts have additional sealing sleeves

8. Place rubber bearings and mount cover between the sleeves (depending on design).

Installation of the rubber bearing and the mount cover

9. Move stabilizer into installation position and tighten the mount cover with the specified torque.

10. Affix stabilizer mounting bolts to the stabilizer rods and tighten with the specified torque.

Note: Always use new self-locking nuts and bolts for a reliable repair.

11. Complete vehicle:

• On vehicles with xenon headlights, connect the rod on the level sensor and, where necessary, adjust the headlights.
• Fit lower engine cover

12. Perform a test drive.

Note: When performing the test drive, pay special attention to the handling while cornering and listen out for unusual noises!