Rear Stabilizer Bar: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.NOTE: Inspect and, if necessary, install new stabilizer bar bushings.NOTE: Make sure that the component is clean, free of foreign material and lubricant.NOTE: Make sure that these components are installed to the noted removal position.
On both sides. The bushing locator bump on both bushings must face the RH side of the vehicle.
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NOTE: Make sure that the clamp is installed to the same orientation as when removed.NOTE: Apply water to the brackets to aid in installation.
Press the rear stabilizer bar brackets in place onto the rear stabilizer bar bushings.
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NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing or installing the nut.NOTE: Make sure that the clamp is installed to the same orientation as when removed.
Install the stabilizer bar bracket retainers and the stabilizer bar.
Torque: 1.: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm) 2.: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
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NOTE: Do not use power tools to remove or install the stabilizer bar link nuts. Damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints and boots may occur.NOTE: Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.NOTE: The stabilizer bar links are designed with low friction ball joints that have a low breakaway torque.NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing or installing the nuts.
On both sides. Install the rear stabilizer bar link nut and the rear stabilizer bar link.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
- If removed. Install the retainers and the rear drive axle undershield.
Torque: 13 lb.in (1.5 Nm)
- Check and if necessary adjust rear toe. Refer to: Rear Toe Adjustment - AWD .
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .