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How to change front anti roll bar links on FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) 1.8 TD, FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) 1.6 16V … 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 ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) and other FORD models
Anti-roll bar link
Rod / Strut, wheel suspension
Anti-roll bar link
Rod / Strut, wheel suspension
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #15
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 15
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL). AUTODOC recommends:
- Replace the stabiliser links on FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) in pairs.
- The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
- Please note: all work on the car – FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. - Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FORD ESCORT CLASSIC (AAL, ABL) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 7
Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 8
Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 9
Remove the stabilizer rod. - 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 a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
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