Front Suspension - Stabilizer Removal/Installation

FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor wiring harness connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
- Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.

1. Remove the joint cover. Service and Repair

2. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage. Service and Repair

3. Remove the front crossmember component. Service and Repair

4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. Front Wheel Alignment









Stabilizer Bracket Removal Note

1. Secure the stabilizer bracket flange using a vise.






2. Remove the front stabilizer.

Front Stabilizer Installation Note

1. Face the identification mark to the left side of the vehicle.






Stabilizer Bushing Installation Note

1. Widen the stabilizer bushing opening 23-28 mm {1.0-1.1 in} and install the bushing to the front stabilizer as shown in the figure.






2. Verify the installation direction of the stabilizer bushing.






Stabilizer Bracket Installation Note

1. Install the stabilizer bracket using a vise.