Rear

Stabilizer Bar - Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

Stabilizer Bar - Front Wheel Drive (FWD):

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure correct retention of these parts.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Lower the exhaust system from the rear of the flex pipe by disconnecting the insulators. Support the exhaust system with a suitable jack.
3. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
4. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar bracket bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 58 Nm (43 lb-ft).
5. Remove the stabilizer bar.

6. NOTE: Always install new suspension fasteners.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.