ACTUATOR, Stabilizer Bar
DESCRIPTION
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The actuator (1) is a motor driven unit that engages and disengages the disconnecting stabilizer bar (2).
This system allows greater front suspension travel in off-road situations. It consists of a disconnecting unit (3), electronic actuator (1), stabilizer bar (2).
REMOVAL
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The disconnecting stabilizer bar unit (3) is not serviced separately from the bar (2). Do not disassemble this unit from the stabilizer bar.
WARNING:
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The stabilizer links, stabilizer bar retainers/ bushings, stabilizer bar actuator (1) and the stabilizer bar (2) are serviceable. The new bar consists of the disconnecting unit (3) attached as an assembly to the bar (2). |
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Raise and support the vehicle.
NOTE: Before removing the connector (5) from the actuator clean the outside of the connector with a cleaner and compressed air, to remove any dirt or debris.
- Disconnect the electronic actuator electrical connector (5) for the disconnecting stabilizer bar.
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Remove the 3 actuator bolts (4) then remove the actuator (1).
INSTALLATION
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The disconnecting stabilizer bar unit (3) is not serviced separately from the bar (2). Do not disassemble this unit from the stabilizer bar.
WARNING:
| NOTE: |
The stabilizer links, stabilizer bar retainers/ bushings, stabilizer bar actuator (1) and the stabilizer bar (2) are serviceable. The new bar consists of the disconnecting unit (3) attached as an assembly to the bar. |
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Install the actuator (1) to the disconnecting unit (3). Tighten the bolts to 45 N·m (37 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: The seal must be clean and intact in the electrical connector (5) when reconnecting to the actuator (1).
- Reconnect the electronic actuator electrical connector (5) for the disconnecting stabilizer bar (2).
- Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
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Using a scan tool program the new stabilizer bar to the vehicle.
