Stabilizer Bar: Service and Repair

Stabilizer Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the stabilizer links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts (3).
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket (2).
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft (4).
6. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulators (1).
7. Inspect all of the parts for wear and damage.


Installation Procedure

Important: Place the insulators on the stabilizer shaft with the slits facing toward the front of the vehicle.





1. Install the insulators (1) to the stabilizer shaft (4).
2. Install the stabilizer shaft (4).
3. Install the brackets (2) over the insulators and the stabilizer shaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install insulator bracket bolts (3).
4.1. Tighten the bolts to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.) (15 series).
4.2. Tighten the bolts to 50 Nm (39 ft. lbs.) (25 series).
5. Install the stabilizer links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement.
6. Remove the safety stands
7. Lower the vehicle.