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Anti Roll Bar

  • Anti Roll Bar
  • Anti Roll Bar Links
  • Bushes

Common Issues

  • Excessive body roll
  • Poor handling and stability
  • Rattling noises
  • Uneven tyre wear
  • Pulling to one side
  • Excessive body movement
  • Dashboard warning lights

What Is An Anti Roll Bar?

An anti-roll bar, commonly referred to as a sway bar or stabiliser bar, is an essential part of your car’s suspension system. Usually, it’s a metal rod that connects the left and right wheels of the vehicle. Its main job is to reduce body roll when cornering and enhance overall stability.

How does it work?

shifts to one side, causing the vehicle’s body to roll or lean towards that direction. The anti-roll bar works against this movement by transferring some of the suspension movement from one side of your car to the other. As a result, your tyres maintain better contact with the road and provide improved traction and handling.

How often should you replace your anti-roll bar?

The average anti-roll bar typically lasts for at least 50,000 miles. But sometimes, they can wear due to stress and harsh driving conditions, such as driving on uneven or rugged terrain.

Faulty Anti-Roll Bar symptoms

A faulty anti-roll bar can be a serious safety hazard, as it can affect the handling and stability of your vehicle. These are the common symptoms to watch out for:

  • Excessive body roll: An anti-roll bar reduces body roll when you turn. So, if you have a faulty anti-roll bar, you may spot more swaying or leaning when you corner.
  • Poor handling and stability: A faulty anti-roll bar can make your vehicle less stable on the roads, particularly during sharp turns or sudden manoeuvres.
  • Rattling noises: Worn-out or damaged bushing, links, or mounts on the anti-roll bar can cause clunking or rattling sounds, especially when driving over bumps or uneven surfaces.
  • Uneven tyre wear: A faulty anti-roll bar can lead to uneven tyre wear, which, in turn, can cause early wear on one side of your car.
  • Pulling to one side: If your vehicle’s anti-roll bar isn’t working correctly, it may cause your car to pull to one side.
  • Excessive body movement: As well as increased body roll, a faulty anti-roll bar can cause excessive body movement and make your ride less comfortable and controlled.
  • Dashboard warning lights: Many modern cars have stability control systems to alert you if there are issues with the anti-roll bar. If there’s a problem, you should see an icon on the dashboard warning light.