Removal
[Front Stabilizer Bar Link]
1.Remove the front wheel and tires.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
2.Remove the stabilizer bar link (A) from the front strut assembly after removing the nut.
Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)
• Hold the outer hex (A) when removing or installing the nut (B).
• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.
• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
3.Remove the stabilizer bar link (A) from the stabilizer bar after removing the nut.
Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)
• Hold the outer hex (A) when removing or installing the nut (B).
• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.
• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
[Front Stabilizer Bar]
1.Remove the front wheel and tires.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")
2.Remove the front under cover.(Refer to Motor and Reduction Gear System - "Front Under Cover")
3.Remove the stabilizer bar link (A) from the front strut assembly after removing the nut.
Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)
• Hold the outer hex (A) when removing or installing the nut (B).
• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.
• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
4.Remove the front wheel guard.(Refer to Body - "Front Wheel Guard")
5.Remove the front stabilizer bar (A) after removing the bolts.
Tightening torque :49.0 - 63.7 N·m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf·m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb·ft)
[LH][RH]
Installation
1.Install in the reverse order of removal.
2.Check the alignment.(Refer to Alignment - "Repair Procedures")
Inspection
1.Check the stabilizer bar bushing for damage.
2.Check the stabilizer bar link ball joint for damage.
Disassembly
1.Remove the stabilizer bar bushing bracket (A) using a flat-head screwdriver or suitable tool.
Take care not to deform when removing and replace if deformed.
2.Remove the stabilizer bar bushing (A).
Do not reuse the stabilizer bar bushing (A).
Reassembly
1.Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.