Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.007), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 170 CDI (168.008), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 190 (168.032, 168.132), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 CDI (168.006), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 170 CDI (168.009, 168.109), MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 210 (168.035, 168.135) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W168. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W168. Professionals recommend:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on Mercedes W168 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 – Mercedes W168. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W168
  5. Step 5
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS A 190 1.9 (168.032, 168.132) 2001 Anti Roll Bar Links - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) 2002: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #17. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #17. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Anti Roll Bar Links on Mercedes W168 1997 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  10. Step 10
    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 11
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    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
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