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How to change front anti roll bar links on OPEL Vectra B Estate (J96) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.5 i V6 (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) i 500 2.5 (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.2 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.2 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.6 i V6 (F35) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.6 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.5 i V6 (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.0 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) i 500 2.5 (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 1.8 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.2 DTI 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.2 i 16V (F35), OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 2.6 i V6 (F35) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for VECTRA B Estate (31_) and other OPEL models
Anti-roll bar link
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 8
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
- Replace the stabiliser links on OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_) 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 – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_)
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 7Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Remove the stabilizer rod.Replacement: anti roll bar links – OPEL VECTRA B Estate (31_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
- Step 10Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 11Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners.
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