Stabilizer Bar, Rear Suspension: Installation
- Install isolators on stabilizer bar utilizing slits in bushings. Install each isolator so its slit faces forward and flat side is positioned toward crossmember once installed.
- Install retainers onto the bushings.NOTE:
Be sure to center the stabilizer bar before tightening down, utilizing the marks made during the removal. Failure to do so could cause damage to other suspension components.
- Install stabilizer bar with bushings and retainers on crossmember.
- Install the four stabilizer bar bushing retainer bolts (1). Do not tighten at this time.
- On each side, install the stabilizer link to stabilizer bar bolt and nut (2) and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Tighten the four stabilizer bar bushing retainer bolts (1) to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the rear crossmember assembly. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, TRANSMISSION, INSTALLATION .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Connect the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector.