Disconnecting Stabilizer Bar

DISCONNECTING STABILIZER BAR






WARNING: The disconnecting stabilizer bar unit (3) is not serviced separately from the bar (2). Do not disassemble this unit from the stabilizer bar.

NOTE: The stabilizer links, stabilizer bar retainers/ bushings, stabilizer bar actuator (1) and the stabilizer bar (2) are serviceable. The new bar consists of the disconnecting unit (3) attached as an assembly to the bar (2).






1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Hold the stabilizer link (1) shafts with a wrench and remove the link nuts (2) at the stabilizer bar.






NOTE: Before removing the connector (5) from the actuator clean the outside of the connector with a cleaner and compressed air, to remove any dirt or debris.

3. Disconnect the electronic actuator electrical connector (5) for the disconnecting stabilizer bar.
4. Remove the actuator bolts (4) then remove the actuator (1) If replacing the stabilizer barFront Suspension Stabilizer Bar Actuator - Removal.





5. Remove the stabilizer bar retainers (4) from the frame rails and remove the stabilizer bar (1).