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Stabilizer Bar and Link





Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. NOTE: The hex holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the 2 stabilizer bar link upper nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).

3. CAUTION: Do not hold the stabilizer link boot with any tool, as damage to the boot will occur.

NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the 2 stabilizer bar link lower nuts and remove the 2 stabilizer bar links.
^ To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
4. Remove the 4 stabilizer bar bracket nuts, brackets and the stabilizer bar.
^ Discard the nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bracket bolt plates.

6. NOTE: Make sure the stabilizer bar bushing upset is installed into the bracket groove.

Inspect and, if necessary, install new stabilizer bar bushings.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.