I attempted to replace the front left side sway bar linkage on my 05 x type. First of all it is very difficult to do because there is very little to grab on to on the back side, there is a circular collar, so it make it impossible to put a wrench on it. I was successful in using a small plumbers wrench. The lower bolt is completely frozen and I cant get it turn at all. I tried spraying it and all, no luck...should I just cut it out with a sawzall, and if so where would I get a replacement nut? I could take the new sway linkage to Lowes and see if I can match it up....any Ideas...Thank you...


David

 

You're on the right track to try and free the seized nut. As far as holding the bolt part to prevent it turning with the nut, there is a hole for an allen key or a torx driver (I can't remember which) through the bolt thread, where it protrudes through the nut.

 

Thank you very much...I was succesful in changing both, however i still get a light shimmy in the wheel about 70mph...i already had the tires balanced and checked the lug nuts to make sure they are tight...i was wondering because i jacked the car up near thesway bar linkage if i didnt catch the bolts correctly...any thoughts...thanks again

 

Sicilian, if you are getting the slight wobble, it is normally caused by the fact that your alignment is off by just a little bit. Our cars are known for getting this wobble in the 60-70 mph range when the alignment isn't just so.

 

wow....i did think. that might be just that as well...whats funny is that it isnt always the case, sometimes no wobble at all...thank you kindly.

 

Thermo....I was able to get a free assessment and come to find out that the right lower control arm and the sway bar bushings need to be changed. I found the parts dirt cheap compared to the shops prices. I imagine that there are two sway bar bushings correct? My automotive repair experience is intermediate, do you think I will be able to to the job myself. Ive read many of your responses to threads, Im concerned with the bolts being frozen, just like when I did the sway bar links. Any help will be greatly appreciated.


David