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Stabilizer Shaft Replacement FE1, FE3

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 561499  Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle and support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the stabilizer shaft link assembly bolt, nut, retainer and insulators from the control arm.

  3. Object Number: 472982  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bracket clamp bolt.
  5. Bend open the end of the clamp and slide over the stabilizer shaft insulators to remove.
  6. Remove the stabilizer shaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 105022  Size: SH
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft in position.
  2. Install the insulators into the clamp with the slit forward. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
  3. Bend the bracket downward to close around the insulator.

  4. Object Number: 561499  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Important: Ensure the stabilizer shaft is centered before installing the bracket bolts.

  5. Assemble and install the stabilizer link assembly insulators, retainers, a new support bolt and nut.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the link assembly nut and the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
        • Tighten the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to 33 N·m (24 lb ft).
  7. Lower the vehicle.

Stabilizer Shaft Replacement FE7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 561499  Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle and support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the stabilizer shaft link assembly bolt, nut, retainer and insulators from the control arm.

  3. Object Number: 568063  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bracket clamp bolt.
  5. Bend open the end of the clamp and slide over the stabilizer shaft insulators to remove.
  6. Remove the stabilizer shaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 105022  Size: SH
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft in position.
  2. Install the insulators into the clamp with the slit forward. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
  3. Bend the bracket downward to close around the insulator.
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    Important: Ensure the stabilizer shaft is centered before installing the bracket bolts.


    Object Number: 561499  Size: SH
  5. Assemble and install the stabilizer link assembly insulators, retainers, a new support bolt and nut.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the link assembly nut and the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
        • Tighten the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to 51 N·m (38 lb ft).
  7. Lower the vehicle.