Rear

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while serviceing the vehicle.

1. Remove in the order indicated in the illustration.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal indicated in the illustration, noting the following steps.

Stabilizer Bushing And Bracket (2 & 3)
1. Apply rubber grease to the inside surface of the stabilizer bushing.





2. Align the bushing with the installation mark on the stabilizer bar.
3. Install the stabilizer bracket with the elliptical hole underside.





4. After temporarily tightening the bolt and nut, tighten the bolt and nut in turn.

STABILIZER CONTROL LINK INSPECTION
1. Inspect for bending and damage.
2. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
a. Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
b. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.





c. Measure the starting torque by using a suitable Allen socket and a torque wrench.

Starting torque: 0.1 - 1.9 Nm (0.9 - 17 inch lbs.).