How to carry out replacement: Anti Roll Bar Links 500 SL 5.0 (129.066) SL R129
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How to change rear anti roll bar links on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 280 (129.058), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 300 SL (129.060), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 300 SL-24 (129.061), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 320 (129.063), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 500 (129.067), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 500 SL (129.066), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 600 (129.076), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 60 AMG (129.067), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 280 (129.059), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 320 (129.064), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 500 (129.068), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 55 AMG, MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 600 SL (129.076), MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) SL 73 AMG (129.076) … View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for SL (R129) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Replacement: anti roll bar links – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Brake cleaner
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 13
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #17
Combination spanner #19
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: anti roll bar links – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the stabiliser links on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 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-BENZ SL (R129). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 500 SL 5.0 (129.066) 1990 Anti Roll Bar Links - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the control arm plastic cover. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R129) 1994: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the control arm plastic cover.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Anti Roll Bar Links replacement on SL R129 280 2.8 (129.058) 1995 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the control arm. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a combination spanner #19.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  11. Step 12
    Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 13
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    Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 14
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    Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a combination spanner #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
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