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 160 (168.033, 168.133)

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change Front Anti Roll Bar Link on MERCEDES-BENZ A W168 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for A-Class (W168) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Repair Kit, stabilizer suspension

Rod / Strut, stabiliser

Rod / Strut, wheel suspension

MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 160 (168.033, 168.133)

MERCEDES-BENZ A-Class (W168) A 140 (168.031, 168.131)

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

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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:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 2

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 3

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 4

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W168
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 Torx T30.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut.Use a combination spanner #17.Use Torx T30.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.
Step 12

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.Use a combination spanner #17.Use Torx T30.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 13

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut.Use a combination spanner #17.Use Torx T30.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 65 Nm torque.
Step 14

Treat all joints of the stabiliser link.Use copper grease.
Step 15

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 16

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Install the wheel.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W168. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 18

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 19

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
Step 20

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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