Rear Stabilizer Bar

REAR SUSPENSION: REAR STABILIZER BAR: INSPECTION

1. INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY

NOTICE:
Since the rear stabilizer link assembly and rear stabilizer cushions are not reusable, new parts must be installed.

(a) Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.





(1) Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.

NOTICE:
Do not overtighten the vise.

(2) Install the installation nut to the rear stabilizer link stud.

(3) Move the stud back and forth several times. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

Turning torque:

0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.51 to 19 kgf*cm, 0.44 to 17 in.*lbf)

If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.

(b) Inspect the dust cover.

(1) Check the dust cover for cracks or grease leakage.