SEAT Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing front anti-roll bar from model year 2001 Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332- Removing

–  Remove steering drive shaft nut -1-. –  Take out pin -2-.

–  Remove coupling rod from anti-roll bar -arrow-.

–  Remove anti-roll bar clamps -1- from subframe. –  Position engine/gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A- under subframe.

–  Remove pendulum support from subframe -arrow-.

–  Unbolt exhaust pipe from front of subframe -arrow-.

–  Remove subframe bolts -arrows-. –  Lower subframe with engine and gearbox jack -V.A.G 1383 A-. Installing The bolts for the subframe are to be tightened on the position of the existing print. Install in reverse order. After installation, check position of steering wheel by test-driving vehicle. If steering wheel is not in straight ahead position, the front axle toe must be checked and if necessary adjusted!   Note t  After installing coupling rods, ensure that coupling rod boot is not twisted. t  Whilst installing the anti-roll bar ensure that the paint work surface is not damaged. Rectify paint work damage if necessary and protect against corrosion with underseal.

Specified torques

Bolt	Specified torque
Universal joint shaft to steering box	25 Nm
Coupling rod to anti-roll bar	60 Nm + 45° further
Anti-roll bar to subframe	55 Nm
Subframe to body t  Use new bolts	150 Nm + 90° further
Pendulum support to subframe t  Use new nuts and bolts	100 Nm
Wheel bolts to wheel hub	→ Chapter
Front exhaust pipe to subframe	→ Rep. Gr.26