Stabilizer Bushing: Service and Repair

STABILIZER BAR BUSHING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION:When installing the stabilizer bar bushings, make sure the bushings are correctly oriented with the bushing flanges in the up position and the bushing split pointing to the front of the vehicle.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See Lifting.

2. Remove the 2 bolts and the stabilizer bar bushing bracket.

- To install, tighten to 70 Nm {7.0 kgf-m, 52 ft-lbf}.

3. Remove the stabilizer bar bushing.

NOTE:Inspect the stabilizer bar bushing for wear. If necessary, install a new part.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.