Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Suspension



Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




2. Remove the stabilizer shaft link retaining nuts.

Notice: Do not pry on the stabilizer shaft link. Use care when removing or installing the stabilizer shaft link in order to avoid tearing or puncturing the stabilizer shaft link boot. Damage to the stabilizer shaft link boot will lead to damage to the stabilizer shaft link.

3. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link from the frame.
4. Disconnect the stabilizer shaft link from the stabilizer shaft and remove the stabilizer shaft link.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the stabilizer shaft link to the stabilizer shaft and to the frame.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

2. Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nuts.

Tighten the stabilizer shaft nuts to 90 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).

3. Lower the vehicle.