Rear Suspension

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT
]]A[[ STABILIZER BAR/BUSHING/FIXTURE INSTALLATION





Align the identification color on the left side of the stabilizer bar with the right end of the bushing.

]]B[[ SELF-LOCKING NUT INSTALLATION





Tighten the self-locking nut so that the amount of protrusion of the end of the stabilizer link bolt is at the standard value.
Standard value (A): 6 - 8 mm (0.24 - 0.31 inch)

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 BREAKAWAY TORQUE CHECK





1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, install the nut to the stud and use special tool MB990326 to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 0.5 - 1.5 Nm (4.4 - 13.3 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 re-use that ball joint.

STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the dust cover.

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

STABILIZER LINK BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT





Only when the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the clip ring and the dust cover.
2. Apply multipurpose grease to the inside of the dust cover.
3. Wrap plastic tape around the stabilizer link stud, and then install the dust cover to the stabilizer link.
4. Secure the dust cover by the clip ring.
5. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with finger.