Discovery II
FRONT SUSPENSION
REPAIRS
60-61
Actuator - front - ACE
$% 60.60.40
CAUTION: The ACE hydraulic system is
extremely sensitive to the ingress of dirt or
debris. The smallest amount could render the
system unserviceable. It is imperative that the
following precautions are taken.
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ACE components are thoroughly cleaned
externally before work commences;
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all opened pipe and module ports are
capped immediately;
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all fluid is stored in and administered
through clean containers.
Remove
1. Raise vehicle on a ramp.
2. Remove RH front road wheel.
3. Position container to collect fluid spillage.
4. Remove cap nuts securing fluid pipes to
actuator. Disconnect pipes and discard sealing
washers.
CAUTION: Always fit plugs to open
connections to prevent contamination.
5. Remove 2 nuts securing anti-roll bar links to
axle. Release links from axle.
6. With assistance, remove 2 bolts and remove
both clamp plates from torsion bar.
7. Remove mounting rubbers from torsion bar.
8. Remove torsion bar and actuator assembly.
CAUTION: While removed from the vehicle,
ensure torsion bar is stored without any
load on the anti-roll bar links, or the ball
joints and/or link rods could be damaged.
