Front Suspension

Stabilizer Bar Replacement

1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the seven clips (A) and two flange bolts (B), then remove the splash shield (C).





4. Remove the self-locking nut (A) while holding the joint pin (B) with a hex wrench (C), and disconnect both stabilizer links (D) from the stabilizer bar (E).





5. Remove the bolts (A) and bushing holders (B), then remove the bushings (C) and the stabilizer bar (D).





6. Replace the stabilizer hold bracket (E) if necessary.
7. Install the stabilizer bar in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

^ Refer to stabilizer link removal/installation to connect the stabilizer bar to the links.
^ Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and inside of the wheel.
^ Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.