Valve Block To Rear Stabilizer Bar Actuator Pipe Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport and 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Dynamic Response system components are manufactured to very precise tolerances. It is therefore essential that absolute cleanliness is observed when working with these components. Always install blanking plugs to any open orifices or lines. Failure to follow this instruction may result in foreign matter ingress to the Dynamic Response system.
NOTE:
The valve block seals do not require replacement unless there is evidence of a fluid leak.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to Rear Bumper Cover .
- Remove the spare wheel and tire.
- Remove the rear wheels and tires.
- Remove the body mount retaining bolts.
- Remove the 8 bolts.
- Using suitable stands, raise the body.
- Release the valve block to rear stabilizer bar actuator pipe assembly mounting.
- Remove the nut.
- Release the valve block to rear stabilizer bar actuator pipe assembly mounting.
- Remove the nut.
- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the bracket.
- Disconnect the fluid lines from the actuator.
- Position container to collect fluid loss.
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove and discard the O-ring seals.
- Remove and discard the plastic spacer washers.
- Install blanking caps to the exposed ports.
- Disconnect the rear actuator pipes from the valve block.
- Position a container to collect the fluid spillage.
- Remove and discard the nut.
- Remove the valve block to rear stabilizer bar actuator pipe assembly.
WARNING:
Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
CAUTION:
Only raise the body sufficiently to remove the valve block to rear stabilizer bar actuator pipe.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
CAUTION:
Make sure the actuator fluid lines are not damaged or kinked during removal or installation.
NOTE:
Some fluid spillage is inevitable during this operation.
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.
NOTE:
Some fluid spillage is inevitable during this operation.