33 55 000 Removing And Installing / Replacing Rear Stabilizer

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STABILIZER LINK ON BOTH SIDES FROM STABILIZER

If necessary, remove vibration damper from right retaining bracket of stabilizer.

Tightening torque: 33 55 6AZ . See STABILIZER BAR for specs.

Release nuts at both ends.

Remove stabilizer sideways.

Installation:

Check RUBBER MOUNT ON BOTH SIDES , replace if necessary.

Replace self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque: 33 55 3AZ . See STABILIZER BAR for specs.

Fig 1: Locating Vibration Damper Nut

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Replacement:

Remove RUBBER MOUNT ON BOTH SIDES FROM STABILIZER .