febi Car Steering & Suspension brochure ENG

YOUR No.1 FOR STEERING AND SUSPENSION

SOLUTIONS MADE IN GERMANY™

febi – THE PIONEER IN THE

INDEPENDENT AFTERMARKET

As a pioneer in the Independent Aftermarket, febi has been an advocate of providing matching or higher quality products than the original parts – for the good of consumers worldwide. We offer all the relevant components for the professional vehicle repair of all popular brands and models.

Our range of over 27,000 technical wear parts for passenger cars is growing constantly, because our mission is to make new products available in the Independent Aftermarket as quickly as possible. To ensure that our customers are always one step ahead, we closely monitor current trends and developments, and constantly add new parts to our range.

The repair solutions supplied under the febi brand are available all around the world in over 150 countries. As part of the bilstein group, febi is represented in over 70 countries by 21 subsidiaries or selected partners.

CONTENTS febi – the Pioneer in the Independent Aftermarket 3 Your No.1 for Steering and Suspension 4 Quality by Conviction 6 Control Arm 8 Ball Joint 9 Tie Rod 10 Tie Rod End 11 Inner Tie Rod 12 Stabiliser Link 13 Selected Product Highlights 14 febi ProKit 16 Service and Technical Support 18 2

We supply OE matching quality – also thanks to in-house production As an independent, long-established company, we rely exclusively on products in OE matching quality. We not only ensure this with a comprehensive quality management system, but also with our extensive in-house production expertise.

Because we are much more than a supplier: In our own production department at the main site in Ennepetal, we manufacture selected spare parts for the aftermarket – made in Germany.

This makes us your No.1 in the Independent Automotive Aftermarket – in the past, present and future.

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YOUR No.1 FOR STEERING AND SUSPENSION Steering components are subject to special care in design, production and assembly. In order to maintain stable road handling in unpredictable conditions, all installed parts must be of the highest quality.

Steering and Suspension components by febi From tie rods and control arms, to ball joints and stabiliser links: • More than 8,000 products for Steering and Suspension • Coverage of 95% of popular vehicle types • Products for more than 80 international vehicle brands

febi is a byword for steering and suspension products that satisfy the highest demands of manufacturing quality and installation reliability. Trust in your No.1 for quick and efficient repairs.

We also set standards in terms of our programme: In the steering and suspension sector, febi provides one of the largest passenger car product ranges on the independent aftermarket – with more than 8,000 articles and coverage of 95% of popular vehicle types.

Stabiliser Link Tie Rod Tie Rod End

Inner Tie Rod

Ball Joint

Control Arm

Top-quality products from Germany „Made in Germany“ is both a claim and a quality promise for us.

We are constantly expanding our range of Steering and Suspension components – and with that the proportion of parts produced in-house for this product segment.

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Rubber-to-metal components febi also offers an extensive range of Rubber-to-Metal components for the suspension system.

These include: • Strut Top Mounting • Spring Seats • Control Arm Bush • Steering Boot Sets • Stabiliser Bearings • Dust Protection Kits Even with these maintenance-intensive components, customers can rely on the renowned OE matching quality, longevity and excellent fitting accuracy of febi parts.

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QUALITY BY CONVICTION One of febi’s greatest strengths is reliability. This is ensured both with punctual product delivery and, above all, consistent product quality. At the same time, consistent quality standards apply, which are assured with comprehensive, repeatedly performed product checks – from initial sample tests through to detailed incoming goods inspections.

These continuously challenge and reconfirm the claim of OE matching quality asserted for every steering and suspension component. Steering and Suspension parts from febi comply precisely with the product standards of the respective original equipment suppliers, making us your strong partner in the independent aftermarket.

100% testing

Exceeding requirements

In order to ensure absolutely reliable absorption of the vertical and horizontal forces occurring during acceleration, braking and cornering, all steering and suspension components are subjected to intensive testing. Only completely flawless products are accepted into the febi range.

Rubber-to-metal components, such as control arm bearings, are checked with the help of a Zwick Roell tensile testing machine. The focus of performance tests includes measuring the stiffness, engagement force and release load. Welded joints are not only visually inspected, they are also checked for stability as per DIN ISO 5718 on the basis of cross-sectional views.

A team of specialists in the field of steering and suspension subject every sample part to extensive tests in a specially equipped laboratory. For example, all control arms are measured beforehand with a 3D scanner. On the basis of so-called „false colour images“, the parts can then be compared with their OE equivalents: The images make every deviation visible.

With the numerous test procedures that span several days per examined product, febi ensures that all supplied steering and suspension parts exhibit 100% driving stability and either meet or exceed the respective approval requirements.

The febi quality attributes: • OE matching quality • In-house quality laboratory at Ennepetal site • Highest standards of quality assurance in the Independent Aftermarket • Dynamic performance tests for precise determination of material properties • Stability testing of welded joints as per DIN ISO 5718 B

3D-Scanner

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False colour image

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febi CONTROL ARMS An alignment for maximum stability

The control arm is the mechanical link between suspension strut and body, and therefore one of the most important functional components for passenger cars. At the same time, control arms also ensure correct wheel alignment. They hold the suspension strut in position and absorb forces in longitudinal and transverse directions during acceleration, deceleration and cornering.

Since the control arm is a safety-relevant, wear part that sooner or later has to be replaced on every passenger car, this component is subjected to very exacting tests, especially by the TÜV (German Association for Technical

Inspection). In these examinations, the control arm is one of the most frequently faulted parts.

Control arms from febi are characterised by precise workmanship, high-grade materials and use high-quality ball joints and bearings with the correct rubber hardness.

With a common alignment and a range of over 1,000 control arms in OE matching quality, febi offers maximum stability for the road, in the repair shop and in business.

febi BALL JOINTS Safety and Quality combined febi Control Arms and Ball Joints at a glance: • OE matching quality • More than 1,400 references of Control Arms and Ball Joints • Also available as a repair set • Coverage up to 90% of popular vehicle types

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The supporting ball joint connects the control arm to the suspension strut. The main task of the ball joint is to support the steering knuckle and to hold the widely used McPherson strut in position at the base. As a safetyrelevant component, the ball joint must absorb the forces exerted during braking, acceleration and cornering.

A defective component makes its presence felt with clicking or knocking noises from the front axle. The major cause of failure are damaged sealing cups that allow dirt and moisture to enter the joint. This leads to corrosion and ultimately to play in the joint. It can also result in imprecise steering and an unevenly worn tread pattern.

When replacing the ball joint, attention must always be paid to ensuring that the surrounding components, such as the axle boot, are not damaged. After replacement, the need may arise for wheel alignment, which must be conducted according to the manufacturer specifications. febi makes an important contribution to road safety with over 350 high-quality Ball Joints, ensuring customers can always rely upon our products.

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febi TIE ROD ENDS Precise control of your destination

The tie rod end is part of the tie rod and establishes the connection to the crossmember. The main function of this spare part is to control the steering motion at the wheels.

Constant and unavoidable steering movements, as well as weather conditions and temperature differences, quickly result in wear in this area, on the rubber of the tie rod ends. The consequences are porous and leaky sealing cups that allow dirt and moisture to enter and ultimately lead to corrosion. Play in the steering wheel and imprecise steering can indicate a defective end piece.

The sealing cup is vitally important for a long service life: In order to avoid corrosion and play in the joint, febi only uses the highest quality sealing cups. The correct material hardness of the mating surface with the crossmember is ensured by our certified quality management system.

With over 600 tie rod ends in OE matching quality, febi provides an extensive range of OE matching quality Tie Rod Ends for precise vehicle control – ensuring your customers always arrive safely at their destination.

febi TIE RODS Perfect connection guaranteed

Tie rods connect the steering gear to the crossmembers of the front wheels and ensure that both wheels turn together and maintain a specific angle relative to each other.

Changing the tie rod is necessitated by wear of the tie rod end or inner tie rod end (if these components are not available separately). Another reason could be deformation of the tie rod caused by shocks such as driving over potholes, excessive kerb contact or an accident.

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The functional dimension, i.e. the required length, of high-quality febi tie rods corresponds precisely to the original. If the length differs from that specified by the vehicle manufacturer, problems could arise during wheel alignment. febi tie rods guarantee a perfect connection in the steering and suspension area. febi also guarantees this perfect connection in its everyday cooperation with you. With over 200 articles in its tie rod range, febi is the leader in the Independent Automotive Aftermarket.

febi Tie Rods and Tie Rod Ends at a glance: • OE matching quality • More than 800 references of Tie Rods and Tie Rod Ends • Also available as a ProKit with steering boots • Coverage up to 95% of popular vehicle types

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febi INNER TIE ROD Always on track

The tie rod consists of an inner tie rod and a tie rod end.

The inner tie rod is connected to the steering. The main function of this part is to convey the steering motion to the wheels. This keeps the vehicle in the right lane.

A typical sign of wear is play in the ball joint. This can occur, for example, if the plastic shell of the ball socket is worn.

febi Inner Tie Rods and Stabiliser Links at a glance: • OE matching quality • More than 1,100 references of Inner Tie Rods and Stabiliser Links • Predominant available as a ProKit • Coverage of 97% of popular vehicle types

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One frequent reason for this unequivocal defect is repeated and excessively hard mounting of kerbs.

As a pioneer in the Independent Automotive Aftermarket, febi and its Inner Tie Rods ensure that repair shops and the trade always keep on track. With over 440 articles in range and coverage of 97% of popular vehicle types, febi leads the way.

febi STABILISER LINKS The basis for optimum dynamics

The stabiliser link – also referred to as a sway bar link – is an important component for the driving dynamics of a passenger car. It connects the stabiliser bar to the body and, as a part of the suspension, stabilises the vehicle especially when cornering by reducing roll, i.e. the tilting of the body structure towards the outside of the curve.

If knocking noises can be heard on uneven road surfaces from the front axle area, this could be a sign of a defective stabiliser link.

It can usually be replaced without much effort and subsequent wheel alignment is normally not required.

As well as improving vehicle dynamics, it also optimises dynamics within the workshop. febi provides the basis for this with over 750 vehicle-specific stabiliser links that are mostly available as complete repair sets and ProKits.

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SELECTED PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Inner Tie Rods

A few examples of the diversity of our product range for Steering and Suspension systems febi 26045 to fit Audi, Škoda, Seat, VW

febi 47205 to fit Mercedes-Benz

febi 12780 to fit Opel, Vauxhall

febi 48063 to fit Hyundai, Kia

febi 46290 to fit BMW

febi 44250 to fit Opel, Vauxhall

febi 38997 to fit Peugeot

febi 44657 to fit BMW

febi 39956 to fit Mercedes-Benz

febi 19604 to fit Nissan, Renault

febi 38056 to fit Mercedes-Benz

febi 22408 to fit Ford, Mazda, Volvo

febi 17969 to fit Citroën, Peugeot

Tie Rods

febi 49044 to fit Audi, Škoda, Seat, VW

Tie Rod Ends

Control Arm Sets

febi 46280 to fit BMW

febi 48900 to fit Audi

febi 34333 to fit Dacia, Nissan, Renault

febi 26000 to fit Mercedes-Benz

Stabiliser Links

Ball Joints

febi 36736 to fit Audi, Škoda, Seat, VW 14

febi 37593 to fit Audi, Seat, Škoda, VW

febi 32412 to fit BMW

febi 31334 to fit Mercedes-Benz

febi 43327 to fit Isuzu, Opel, Vauxhall

febi 24122 to fit Audi, Seat, Škoda, VW

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febi PROKIT

Complete kits. Non-stop repairs.

In the everyday workshop routine, it is often the case that not only the wear part, but also its fitting materials need to be replaced. However, these additional articles – mostly nuts and bolts – are frequently not included with the individual spare part.

With over 3,300 available ProKits, febi provides a remedy by offering appropriate assembly kits, particularly for steering and suspension components, which include all the necessary mounting parts (e.g. control arm bearings, mounting brackets, ball joints, spring lock washers, etc.) for quick and efficient repairs. febi ProKit is the tailor-made total solution with which required repairs can be completed without delay.

febi ProKits for Steering and Suspension: • Axle Bearing • Stabiliser • Ball Joint • Stabiliser Link • Control Arm • Stabiliser Mount • Control Arm Mount • Strut Mount • Guide Link • Tie Rod • Integral Linkage • Tie Rod End

partsfinder The quality in focus Our claim to have a consistent quality of parts across the entire range can be demonstrated with the febi ProKit. The high quality standards apply to all connecting materials, not just the main wear parts.

Screws, nuts and clamps are exclusive to brand manufacturers, however just like any other febi product these additional small components (included with ProKit) comply with the original quality standards and fit exactly the same.

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SEARCHING BECOMES FINDING You can find the entire passenger car product range of febi and other brands of the bilstein group under: partsfinder.bilsteingroup.com

Technical training: our extra service Customers and repair shops are provided with practical information and assistance in the field of suspension technology, for example classic damage profiles and installation errors. This can prevent future complaints and minimise delays. Attention is also paid to special tools

SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT Alongside an exceptionally wide and deep range of spare parts for steering and suspension systems, febi also offers extensive services aimed both at dealers and repair shops. These include technical information sheets and training in the field of steering and suspension.

and diagnostic techniques. Extra focus of the training sessions/courses are the current trends in suspension technology, as well as the proper, professional execution of repairs, measurements and settings of safety-relevant components.

Training contents for track and toe settings:

Training contents for wheel alignment:

• Toe and its function • Toe-out • Toe-in • Drive types and their significance for toe settings • Axle designs • Tolerances

• Straight-line motion • Tyre wear • Suspension geometry • Driving stability • Driving comfort • Driving dynamics • Wear • and much more

Information for repair shops and dealers One of febi‘s special services is the provision of technical information sheets. These differ in the type of contents provided: • febi PROTIP: Product-specific presentation of properties and benefits or remarks on design-related optimisations

• febi INFO: Product-specific explanation enclosed in the box with the respective spare part, which offers the repair shop important information regarding installation

INFO febi 49802

PROTIP to fit:

febi 90850

passend für:

VW Polo (9N), Seat Ibiza (6L), Skoda Fabia (6Y/5J)

Mercedes-Benz - C (205) Vergl. Nr. 205 333 23 00

Comparative no. 1K0 407 183 E

Repair solution for professionals Bushings mounted on control arms should not be reused, because the inner sleeve is destroyed by the dry peeling.

Now included in delivery: The screws to be renewed, which are to be tightened with 59 Nm! Bushings mounted on control arms should not be reused, because the inner sleeve is destroyed by the dry peeling.

Now included in delivery: The screws to be renewed, which are to be tightened with 59 Nm!

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OLD

Complete control arm units suitable for:

Querlenkerlager für Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse, GLC

BMW E 46: 316 i - 330 d (exkl. 4x4) 02.98 - 02.07 BMW Z 4

febi 49802 ist das Querlenkerlager für die Nachlaufänderung von -3mm = 27 ´ (negativ), passend für Vorderachse links und rechts. Bitte beachten Sie die vom Hersteller vorgegebenen Montagehinweise beim einpressen des Lagerelements.

Hinweis: Verwenden Sie das De-und Montagewerkzeug des Herstellers! febi bietet Ihnen dieses Gummi-MetallLagerelement (Elastomerlager) in Erstausrüstungsqualität an.

offer you not only a mobility gain but also the security that the rubber bearings are preassembled in the correct position. old version rounded

NEW

In addition to the normal comfort version

Control arm bush for Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLC

febi 18802 Comparative no. 31 12 6 774 820 S1 (left) febi 18803 Comparative no. 31 12 6 774 819 S1 (right)

Casquilho para Mercedes-Benz Classe C, GLC febi 49802 is the replacement control arm bush for changing the steering axis inclination to -3 mm (negative) caster, suitable for both front axle nearside and offside applications. Please pay attention to the fitting tips provided by the manufacturer when pressing in the bushing element.

Note: Use the manufacturer’s dismantling and fitting tool! febi supplies this rubber metal bushing (elastomeric bearing) in OE matching quality.

febi is also providing the steering for

NEW

18803 Comfort

Technical data are subjects to change

NEW

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26656 M II Sport

M II sports suspension febi 26655 Vergl. Nr. 31 12 2 282 121 S1 (links) febi 26656 Vergl. Nr. 31 12 2 282 122 S1 (rechts) These handlebars differ only in the design of the inner Support joint (see cross section). The M II sports version is outward to recognize the vaulted cuff (normal version flat) and is indeed more durable, but at the expense of comfort.

Attention: There are still old versions of this wishbone installed in some vehicles!

Recognizable by the missing holes on the body and the rounded ones Wishbone bearing support. According to BMW specifications, these handlebars are with the exchange new versions. It may only be the same versions on one be driven axle! After the repair is in any case one carry out wheel alignment.

Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG | Wilhelmstr. 47 | 58256 Ennepetal | Germany

Technische Technische Änderungen Änderungen vorbehalten vorbehalten / Technical / Technical datadata are subject are subject to change to change

old version hexagon

Boccola per Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLC febi 49802 è la boccola di ricambio del braccio sospensione, per cambiare l’angolo di incidenza dell’asse di sterzo di -3 mm(negative), adattabile per lato passeggero e lato guida.

Attenzione! Fare attenzione alle indicazioni di montaggio fornite dal costruttore quando si pressa la boccola. Note: utilizzare lo speciale attrezzo del costruttore per montare e smontare la boccola. febi fornisce questa boccola (cuscinetto elastomerico) in qualità OE.

Support pour Mercedes-Benz C Class, GLC febi 49802 est le support de bras de suspension de remplacement pour modifier l‘inclinaison de l‘axe de direction à -3 mm (négative), adaptée aux deux applications avant et arrière côté essieu avant. Respecter les conseils de montage fournis par le constructeur lors du remplacement de ce dernier.

Remarque: Utilisez l‘outil de démontage et de montage du fabricant ! febi fournit cette garniture en caoutchouc (roulement en élastomère) en qualité assortie d‘un OE.

A referência febi 49802 é um casquilho do braço de suspensão para alterar a inclinação do eixo de direção para -3 mm ( caster negativo), aplicado em ambos os lados do eixo dianteiro, lado esquerdo e lado direito. Tenha em atenção as dicas de montagem fornecidas pelo fabricante ao pressionar o casquilho. Nota: Utilize a ferramenta de desmontagem e montagem do fabricante! A febi fornece este casquilho de metal/borracha (rolamento elastomérico) com a qualidade OE correspondente.

Draagarmlager voor Mercedes-Benz C-klasse, GLC febi 49802 is het draagarmlager voor de fuseependwarshelling van - 3mm = 27‘ (negatief), geschikt voor de vooras links en rechts. Bij het inpressen van de lagerelementen moeten de montagevoorschriften van de fabrikant gerespecteerd worden. Opmerking: gebruik het demontage- en montagegereedschap van de fabrikant!

Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG | Wilhelmstr. 47 | 58256 Ennepetal/Germany

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Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG Wilhelmstraße 47 | 58256 Ennepetal | Germany Phone +49 2333 911-0 Fax +49 2333 911-444 E-Mail info@febi.com