Description
Stabiliser Bar Links Replacement
What is the Stabiliser Bar Links all about?
You may have heard stabiliser bar links referred to as anti-roll bars or sway bar links. Their purpose is to provide a stabilising amount of structural support to protect you when you make aggressive turns. On a hard turn, you will feel body ‘roll’ occur where the vehicle weight leans toward the outside of the turn. The stabiliser bar links keep your vehicle from rolling over or leaning too much in a turn. They also ensure proper traction on all four tires. When they work properly, these links will keep you and your car stable by redistributing the entire car’s weight. If a stabiliser link is loose, you will hear a noise from under your vehicle. If the link breaks, the noise will likely go away, but you will experience handling problems and excessive body roll.
Keep in mind:
- Stabiliser links are often referred to as sway bar links.
How it’s done:
- The vehicle front wheels are straightened and the vehicle is lifted and supported on jack stands
- The defective stabiliser bar links are removed
- The new stabiliser bar links are installed
- The vehicle is removed from jack stands
- The vehicle is started and checked for steering stabiliser bar links operation
Our recommendation:
Stabiliser links will likely have to be replaced more than once during your vehicle’s operating life. They should be inspected on comprehensive services as well as anytime a wheel alignment or suspension work is performed. If a stabiliser bar link is loose or broken, have it replaced by one of our expert mechanics.
What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Stabiliser Bar Links?
- Metallic knock from under your vehicle when driving over bumps
- Excessive body roll when taking sharp corners or turning at high speeds
How important is this service?
The stabiliser bar links on your car prevent body roll, which can cause you to lose control of your vehicle in extreme circumstances. Your sway bar links must be intact, so have any broken links replaced right away.
