Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or an equivalent part if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement 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: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer link nut.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the stabilizer bar link nuts and stabilizer bar links.
- Discard the nuts.
- To install, tighten the new nuts to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
Remove the stabilizer bar bracket nuts, brackets and the stabilizer bar.
- Discard the nuts.
- To install, tighten the new nuts to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.