Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk6 Van 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-Max Van (JK) 1.5 TDCi

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front anti roll bar link / front drop link on FORD FIESTA JA8 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Ford Fiesta JA8. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner
                      
                        Copper grease
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        HEX bit no.H5.
                      
                        Drive socket # 15
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #19
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Wheel chock

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) and other FORD models

FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi

FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi

 
    FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi
  
    FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8) 1.5 TDCi
  
    FORD Fiesta Mk6 Van 1.5 TDCi
  
    FORD B-Max Van (JK) 1.5 TDCi

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Ford Fiesta JA8. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the stabiliser links on Ford Fiesta JA8 in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Ford Fiesta JA8.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 3

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Ford Fiesta JA8
Step 5

Remove the wheel.
Step 6

Clean the stabiliser link fasteners.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7

Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar.Use a combination spanner #15.Use HEX No.H5.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut.Use a drive socket #15.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the stabilizer rod.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Ford Fiesta JA8. AUTODOC recommends:

Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
Step 10

Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 11

Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.Use a combination spanner #15.Use HEX No.H5.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut.Use a drive socket #15.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
Step 13

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.Use a drive socket #15.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 60 Nm torque.
Step 14

Treat all joints of the stabiliser link.Use copper grease.
Step 15

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 16

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Ford Fiesta JA8. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Install the wheel.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Ford Fiesta JA8. Tip:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 18

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 19

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #19.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
Step 20

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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