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Unscrew the anti-roll bar link from the strut. The old version had a grip
behind the strut, so you could use a 17 mm spanner on it. The new version
has a smaller hex pin protruding in the front, which requires you to use
a spanner on the nut itself, while holding the pin with a small socket.
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Front suspension replacement on a Saab 9-5. The old and tired original
dampers and springs are being upgraded with Bilstein Sport dampers and
Eibach Pro Kit lowering springs. The strut mount and bearing are also
getting replaced.
Tools:
- 22 mm socket: Bilstein retainer nut (optional);
- 21 mm socket: original retainer nut;
- 18 mm socket: knuckle housing bolts, anti-roll bar link nut;
- 18 mm wrench: new style anti-roll bar link nut;
- 17 mm socket: wheel bolts;
- 17 mm wrench: old style anti-roll bar link pin;
- 10 mm socket: strut mount bolts;
- 7 mm socket: new style anti-roll bar link pin;
- 7 mm Allen socket: damper rod;
- torque wrench;
- vice-grips;
- car jack and axle stands;
- spring compressor.
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