Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement (FE1 and FE3)

Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement (FE1 and FE3)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




2. Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket bolt.
3. Bend open the end of the stabilizer shaft bracket upward and remove the stabilizer shaft bracket.
4. Using a pry bar, move the stabilizer shaft rearward and remove the stabilizer shaft stabilizer shaft insulator.

Installation Procedure




1. Using a pry bar, move the stabilizer shaft rearward and Install the stabilizer shaft insulator.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator in the stabilizer shaft bracket with the slit facing forward.
3. Bend the stabilizer shaft bracket downward to close around the stabilizer shaft insulator.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

Note: Ensure the stabilizer shaft is centered before installing the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts.

4. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts.

Tighten the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to 33 Nm (24 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.