Stabilizer Bar: Service and Repair

DISASSEMBLY





1. Disconnect the tie rod end ball joint from the knuckle using special tool.

NOTE: Be sure to suitably support the special tool to a nearby part.






2. Remove the stabilizer link self locking nut using a (14 mm or 9/16 inch) spanner wrench.





3. Remove the stabilizer bar through the access opening taking care to detach the upper bracket, then remove the bushing.
4. After removing the bar, it for deterioration and damage as well as checking all the bolts for condition and straightness.

ASSEMBLY
1. Install the bushing onto the stabilizer bar.





2. Align the upper bracket with the bushing. Make sure the projections are secured in the space of the bracket.





3. Using the access opening, temporarily tighten the bushing fixtures, then position the opposite bushing.





4. Secure the stabilizer link with a (14 mm or 9/16 inch) spanner wrench, then install the self locking nut.





5. Tighten the self-locking nut on the stabilizer link to the specified distance of 28-30 mm (1.10-1.18 inch) at (A).
6. Connect the tie rod end ball joint to the knuckle.