Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation is necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

NOTE: The nuts retaining the stabilizer bar link are of a torque prevailing design and new nuts must be used during installation of the stabilizer bar link.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .

CAUTION: Do not use air tools to remove the nut. Damage to the boot can occur.

NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link ball joint from turning while removing the stabilizer bar link nut.

Fig 1: Locating Stabilizer Bar Link At Lower Arm

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the lower arm.
1. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link nut.
  - To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
2. Remove the stabilizer bar link from the lower arm.
Remove the protective cap from the stabilizer bar link.

Fig 2: Identifying Protective Cap On Stabilizer Bar Link
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Do not use air tools to remove the nut. Damage to the boot can occur.

NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link ball joint from turning while removing the stabilizer bar link nut.

Fig 3: Locating Stabilizer Bar Link Nut And Stabilizer Bar Link

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the stabilizer bar link nut and the stabilizer bar link. Discard the stabilizer bar link nut.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.