Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the stabilizer shaft (3) to the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
Install the stabilizer shaft insulator brackets (2) retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts to 66 N.m (49 lb ft).

Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Brackets Retaining Bolts
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Install the rear mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember.
Install the front mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.
Install the center mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.
Install the rear mounting bolts to the front suspension crossmember. Hand tighten the bolts.
Tighten:
1. Tighten the left rear bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
2. Tighten the right rear bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
3. Tighten the left front bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
4. Tighten the right front bolt to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
5. Tighten the center bolts to 110 N.m (71 lb ft).
Install the stabilizer shaft links (6). Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .

Fig 2: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Links
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Install the lower pinch bolt to the intermediate shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.