Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.4, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.6 16V XR3i, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.6 16V XR3i, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.8 TD, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.8 16V XR3i, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.8 Turbo D, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.8 16V XR3i, FORD Escort VI Convertible (ALL) 1.8 16V XR3i View more

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Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD ESCORT VII Convertible (ALL). Tools you need:
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 VII Convertible (ALL). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on FORD ESCORT VII Convertible (ALL) in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – FORD ESCORT VII Convertible (ALL) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  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. FORD ESCORT VII Convertible (ALL)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    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.
  6. Step 8
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    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.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    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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