Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 32 AMG Kompressor (203.065), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 CDI (203.020), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 (203.054), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 4-matic (203.092), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 350 (203.056), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 350 4-matic (203.087), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 240 4-matic (203.081), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 4-matic (203.084), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 55 AMG, MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 Kompressor (203.046), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.042), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 (203.052), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 Kompressor (203.040), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.008), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 55 AMG (203.076), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 30 CDI AMG (203.018), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 (203.035), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.045), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.007), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 240 (203.061), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CGI Kompressor (203.043), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 320 (203.064), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 CDI (203.004), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 270 CDI (203.016), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 270 CDI (203.016), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) 3.5 (203.056) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear anti roll bar link on MERCEDES-BENZ W203 C-Class [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for C-Class Saloon (W203) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Repair Kit, stabilizer coupling rod

Repair Kit, stabilizer suspension

Rod / Strut, stabiliser

Rod / Strut, wheel suspension

Torsion Bar Linkage

      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 200 Kompressor (203.042)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 270 CDI (203.016)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 230 Kompressor (203.040)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 180 (203.035)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 280 4-matic (203.092)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 240 4-matic (203.081)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.006)
    
      MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W203) C 220 CDI (203.008)

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W203. Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Combination spanner #11
                      
                        Combination spanner #16
                      
                        Drive socket # E14 
                      
                        Drive socket # 16 
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Hydraulic transmission jack
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W203. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Replace the stabiliser links on Mercedes W203 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 W203. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 2

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

Raise the rear 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 W203
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 #11.Use a drive socket #16.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Unscrew the fasteners connecting the stabilizer link to the steering knuckle.Use a drive socket #E14.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the stabilizer rod.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W203. Professionals recommend:

Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
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.Use a combination spanner #16.Use a drive socket #E14.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 12

Support the rear control arm.Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
Step 13

Tighten the fasteners connecting the stabilizer link to the steering knuckle.Use a drive socket #E14.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 52 Nm torque.
Step 14

Tighten the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.Use a combination spanner #11.Use a drive socket #16.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 52 Nm torque.
Step 15

Remove the support from under the rear control arm.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W203. Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
Step 16

Treat all joints of the stabiliser link.Use copper grease.
Step 17

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 18

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: anti roll bar links – Mercedes W203. Tip:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 19

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Mercedes W203
Step 20

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 21

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 22

Remove the jacks and chocks.

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