2-Door Utility

Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2-Door Utility)
Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the following parts from the stabilizer links:
- The lower nuts
- The washers
- The bolts





3. Remove the nuts from the U-bolts.
4. Remove the following parts:
- The U-bolts
- The clamps
- The insulators
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the stabilizer shaft to the rear axle.
2. Install the following parts:
- The insulators
- The clamps
- The U-bolts

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the nuts to the U-bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the stabilizer shaft to the link mounting bolt.
5. Install the stabilizer shaft to the link nut.
Tighten
Tighten the upper link nut to 35 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.