Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.3 BiFuel, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDCi, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE, FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.3 16V (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI (F_E_, F_F_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_), FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 DI (F_A_, F_B_, F_C_, F_D_) 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 TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) and other FORD models
Tools
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
20 mm combination spanner
10 mm socket
17 mm socket
19 mm socket
H5 Allen key
21 mm wheel impact socket
Ratchet wrench or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
Tommy bar
Car lift or jack with jack stands, and wheel chocks
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the anti-roll bar links and bushes in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the anti-roll bar links and bushes on both sides of the same axle.
  • All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2000 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi 2001 Anti Roll Bar Links - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel nuts on the front wheels. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the vehicle.
    Warning!
    If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
    FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDE 2002 Anti Roll Bar Links replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the nuts on one of the wheels and remove it.
    Replacement: anti roll bar links – FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the nuts.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.4 TDCi 2003 by yourself
    Remove the other wheel in the same way.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove FORD TRANSIT 2.0 DI 2004 Anti Roll Bar Links - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the fasteners of one of the anti-roll bar links. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2005: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the anti-roll bar link to the anti-roll bar. Use a 19 mm combination spanner. Use an H5 Allen key to secure the ball stud. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Anti Roll Bar Links replacement on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 TDCi 2006 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the anti-roll bar link to the suspension strut. Use a 19 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
    Need to know how to renew Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT 2000? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Remove the anti-roll bar link.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2001 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Follow the same steps to remove the other anti-roll bar link.
  10. Step 11
    FORD TRANSIT 2.4 DI Anti Roll Bar Links replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the mounting seats of the anti-roll bar link on one side of the axle. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Anti Roll Bar Links on FORD TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2003 2.0 TDCi by yourself
    Install a new anti-roll bar link and its fasteners.
  12. Step 13
    TRANSIT Platform/Chassis (FM_ _, FN_ _) 2.0 DI 2004 Anti Roll Bar Links DIY replacement workshop manual
    Tighten the fastener connecting the anti-roll bar link to the anti-roll bar. Use a 20 mm combination spanner. Use a 17 mm socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 55 N·m.
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