Disconnecting Stabilizer Bar - Removal

DISCONNECTING STABILIZER BAR






WARNING: The disconnecting stabilizer bar unit (2) is not serviced separately from the bar (4). Do not disassemble this unit (2) from the stabilizer bar (4).

NOTE: The stabilizer links (5), stabilizer bar retainers/ bushings (3), stabilizer bar with the disconnecting unit as an assembly (4) and the stabilizer bar actuator (1) are the only are serviceable components.

NOTE: When replacing the disconnecting stabilizer bar with a new bar you must use a scan tool to program the new stabilizer bar to the vehicle.






1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Hold the stabilizer link (1) shafts with a wrench and remove the link nuts (3) at the stabilizer bar (2).






NOTE: Before removing the connector (4) from the actuator clean the outside of the connector with a cleaner and compressed air, to remove any dirt or debris.

3. Disconnect the electronic actuator electrical connector (4) for the disconnecting stabilizer bar (5).
4. Remove the 3 bolts securing the disconnecting stabilizer actuator If replacing the stabilizer barStabilizer Bar Actuator - Removal.





5. Remove the stabilizer bar retainers (1) from the frame rails and remove the stabilizer bar (4).