Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front

1. Remove propeller shaft from vehicle.

Fig. 12 Removing stabilizer bar. Colt Vista & Summit Wagon w/1.8L/4-98.6 & 2.4L/4-143.5 engines w/AWD:





2. Remove stabilizer bar in sequence as shown When disconnecting front exhaust pipe assembly and exhaust manifold, take care not to bend flexible joint.

Fig. 13 Checking stabilizer ball joint starting torque. Colt Vista & Summit Wagon:





3. Check ball joint starting torque. Starting torque should be 15-28 inch lbs.
4. Reverse procedure to install.