Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.8 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) M 3.2, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.2 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 3.0 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.0 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 2.8 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.8 i, BMW Z3 Roadster (E36) 1.9 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for Z3 Roadster (E36) and other BMW models
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – BMW Z3 (E36). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on BMW Z3 (E36) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – BMW Z3 (E36) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW Z3 (E36)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – BMW Z3 (E36). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Examine the stabiliser bushes. Replace them if necessary.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 12
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    Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
  11. Step 13
    Install the fastening bolt.
    Step 14
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    Tighten the stabiliser link fastener. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 15
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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