STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
The stabilizer bar extends across the front of the rear axle. Links are connected between the bar and frame rail. The stabilizer bar links have a bushing at the body attachment and a ball joint at the stabilizer bar attachment.OPERATION
The stabilizer bar is used to control vehicle body roll, during turns. The bar helps control the vehicle body in relationship to the suspension.REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove both rear tire assemblies.
3. Remove the stabilizer bar links from stabilizer bar.
4. Remove the stabilizer bar retainer bolts from the retainer (2).
5. Remove the stabilizer bar (1) by twisting it out and around the rotor and caliper from the right rear side of the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Twist and rotate to position the stabilizer bar (1) on the axle from the right rear side of the vehicle.
2. Install the retainers (2) and bolts. Ensure the bar is centered with equal spacing on both sides. Tighten the bolts to 42 N·m (31 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the links to the stabilizer bar.
4. Tighten the nuts at the stabilizer bar to 122 N·m (90 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
6. Remove support and lower the vehicle.