31 35 005 Removing And Installing/Replacing Push Rod (Stabilizer Link) For Left/Right Stabilizer

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Note (M3 only):

Make sure stabilizer link is installed in correct position.

Connection, stabilizer link to spring strut
Connection, stabilizer link to stabilizer

Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer Link
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Release nut (1) and remove bracket for brake hose.

Release nut (3) and remove stabilizer link (2).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque. See 31 35 2AZ in 31 35 2AZ STABILIZER BAR .

Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Link And Nut

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