Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.4 TDCi, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.6, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.0 Flex, FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.6 Flex 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

Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD FIESTA Saloon JAS JBS. 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
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD FIESTA Saloon JAS JBS. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on FORD FIESTA Saloon JAS JBS 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 Saloon JAS JBS.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Anti Roll Bar Links on Ford Fiesta Mk5 Saloon 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.4 TDCi 2001 Anti Roll Bar Links - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    Ford Fiesta Mk5 Saloon 1.6 2002 Anti Roll Bar Links replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FORD FIESTA Saloon JAS JBS
  4. Step 5
    Changing Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 1.6 Street 2003 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove FORD FIESTA 1.0 Street 2004 Anti Roll Bar Links - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD Fiesta Mk5 Saloon (JAS, JBS) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabiliser link to the stabiliser bar. Use a combination spanner #15. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Anti Roll Bar Links replacement on Ford Fiesta Mk5 Saloon 1.6 Flex 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Need to know how to renew Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD FIESTA 2007? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD FIESTA Saloon JAS JBS. AUTODOC recommends:
    Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Anti Roll Bar Links on Ford Fiesta Mk5 Saloon 2008 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 11
    FORD FIESTA 1.6 Anti Roll Bar Links replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
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