Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front Stabilizer Bar








SUSPENSION: FRONT STABILIZER BAR: INSPECTION

INSPECTION

1. INSPECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY





(a) Secure the front stabilizer link assembly LH in a vise.
(b) Install the nut to the stud bolt.
(c) Flip the ball joint back and forth 5 times or more.
(d) Use a torque wrench to turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds per 1 turn. Take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Turning torque - Torque: 0.05 to 1.96 Nm (0.5 to 20 kgf-cm, 0.4 to 17.4 in-lbf)
If the value is not within the specification, replace the front stabilizer link assembly with a new one.