Front Suspension

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
^ Tools Required:
- J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller





1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle by the frame. Allow the control arms (7) to hang free.
2. Remove the front wheels and tires.
3. Remove the left and right stabilizer link bolts (6).
4. Remove the left and right stabilizer shaft brackets (4).





5. Use the J 24319-B in order to remove the left tie rod end (1) from the knuckle (2).
6. Remove the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold and from the intermediate exhaust hangers. Lower the exhaust pipe.
7. Turn the left strut completely to the right. Slide the stabilizer shaft outboard over they left steering knuckle (2) until the right end comes free.
8. Remove the stabilizer shaft out of the center of the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the stabilizer shaft (1) into position.
2. Loosely install the following components:
2.1. The left and right stabilizer shaft insulators (2)
2.2. The brackets (4)
2.3. The bolts (3)
3. Loosely install the stabilizer link components.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the tie rod ends to the knuckles.

Tighten
^ Tighten the bracket bolts (3) to 38 Nm (28 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the stabilizer link nut (5) to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the tie rod end-to the knuckle nuts to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).

The maximum torque for the cotter pin alignment is 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.). DO NOT back off of the nut in order to insert the cotter pin.

5. Install the cotter pins into the tie rod ends.
6. Install the exhaust pipe to the manifold. Refer to EXHAUST.

Tighten
Tighten the manifold nuts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

7. Install the front wheels and tires.

Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).

8. Lower the vehicle.