Front Suspension

Stabiliser Bar Replacement

 18-17  

  1. Raise the front of the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels.
  1. Remove the self-locking nuts (A) while holding the joint pin (B) with a hex wrench (C) and disconnect the stabiliser links (D) from the stabiliser bar (E) on the right and left.

  1. Remove the flange bolts (A) and bushing holders (B), then remove the bushings (C) and the stabiliser bar (D).

  1. FORWARD
  1. Install the stabiliser bar in the reverse order of removal and note these items:
  • Use new self-locking nuts on reassembly.
  • Note the right and left direction of the stabiliser bar.
  • Align the ends of the paint marks (A) on the stabiliser bar with each end of the bushings (B).
  • Note the fore/aft direction of the bushing holders.
  • Refer to Stabiliser Link Replacement to connect the stabiliser bar to the links (see page 18-18).