Lateral Stabilizer Rod: Service and Repair

Removal
1. Remove nut and washer.
2. Remove bolt and nut.
3. Remove lateral rod.

Inspection and Repair
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear, damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition, are found through inspection.
1. Lateral rod
2. Rubber bushing (Frame side)





^ Remove the rubber bushing (Frame side) by using remover J-39214.





^ Install the rubber bushing (Frame side) by using Installer J-39215.

Note: When mounting rubber bushings, do not use grease on bushings or any other nearby parts.

3. Rubber bushing (Axle side)





^ Remove the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using remover J-39792.





^ Install the rubber bushing (Axle side) by using installer J-39792.

Installation





1. Install lateral rod and make sure that the lateral rod is in its correct position.

Note: When mounting lateral rod, be sure not to use grease on bushings or any other nearby part.

2. Install bolt and nut. Tighten the bolt and nut lightly, then retighten them to the specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 137 Nm (101 ft. lbs.)
3. Install nut and washer. Tighten the nut lightly, then retighten the nut to the specified torque after the vehicle is at curb height.
Torque: 78 Nm (58 ft. lbs.)