Stabilizer Bar: Service and Repair

IMPORTANT: Follow the steps in the image and note the following procedures below. Refer to images for "" type references.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Installation Service Point
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Position the stabilizer bar so that the marking on the stabilizer bar and the edge of the bracket becomes the reference value, and then tighten the stabilizer bar bracket mounting bolt.

INSPECTION
- Check the bushings for wear and deterioration.
- Check the stabilizer bar for deterioration or damage.
- Check all bolts for condition and straightness.

Stabilizer Link Ball Joint For Breakaway Torque Check

1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use the special tool to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.

Standard value: 0.5 - 1.5 Nm (4 - 13 inch lbs.)

2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the stabilizer link.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to use that ball joint.

Stabilizer Link Ball Joint Dust Cover Check
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the stabilizer link.

NOTE: Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage of the ball joint. When it is damaged during service work, replace the dust cover.

BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT

Only the case that a dust cover is damaged by mistake during servicing, replace it as follows.
1. Remove the clip ring and the dust cover.

2. Apply specified grease to the lip and inside of the dust cover.

Specified grease: MOPAR Multi-mileage Lubricant Part No. 2525035 or equivalent

3. Wrap plastic tape around the stabilizer link threads as shown in the illustration, and then install the dust cover to the stabilizer link.
4. Install the clip ring to secure the dust cover.

NOTE: Align the ends of clip ring at a 90° angle from the axis of the stabilizer link.

5. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with finger.