Rear Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link - Installation
INSTALLATION
1. Install the stabilizer link (2) upper stud in the end of the stabilizer bar (1) from the inboard side. Install the nut (5) on the upper stud and while holding the stabilizer link stud stationary, tighten the nut to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: When attaching a stabilizer bar link to the lower control arm it is important that the lower mounting stud be positioned properly. The lower mounting stud on the right side link needs to point toward the front of the vehicle when inserted through the lower control arm mounting flange. The left side link lower stud needs to point toward the rear of the vehicle. Otherwise the suspension geometry will not function properly.
2. Attach the stabilizer bar link (2) to the lower control arm (4). Install the nut (3) and while holding the stabilizer bar link lower stud stationary, tighten the nut (2) to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.