How to change front anti roll bar links on FORD Kuga Mk1 Off-Road – replacement guide
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Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD KUGA I 2.0 TDCi 4x4,
FORD KUGA I 2.0 TDCi 4x4,
FORD KUGA I 2.0 TDCi,
FORD KUGA I 2.5 4x4,
FORD KUGA I 2.0 TDCi 4x4,
FORD KUGA I 2.0 TDCi
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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 KUGA I and other FORD models
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD KUGA I. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Replace the stabiliser links on FORD KUGA I in pairs.
The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD KUGA I. Recommended sequence of steps:
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:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FORD KUGA I
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 #15.
Step 8
Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9
Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10
Remove the stabilizer rod.
Step 11
Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
Step 12
Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 48 nm torque.
Step 13
Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 48 nm torque.
Step 14
Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 15
Install the wheel.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. FORD KUGA I
Step 16
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 17
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 110 Nm torque.
Step 18
Remove the jacks and chocks.
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