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How to change rear anti roll bar links on BMW 1 Hatchback (E87) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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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 1 Hatchback (E87) and other BMW models
Anti-roll bar link
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Combination spanner #17
HEX bit No.H5.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Torque wrench
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
- Replace the stabiliser links on BMW 1 (E87) in pairs.
- The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
- Please note: all work on the car – BMW 1 (E87) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- 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:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. BMW 1 (E87)
- 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 shock strut. Use a combination spanner #17. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the control arm. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a flat screwdriver.
- Step 9Remove the fastening bolt.Step 10Remove the stabilizer rod.Replacement: anti roll bar links – BMW 1 (E87). Tip from AUTODOC:Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
- Step 11Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 12Ιnstall the transverse stabilizer link.
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