Stabilizer Bushing: Service and Repair

Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket bolts.
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator bracket.
4. Using a pry bar, lower the stabilizer shaft.
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator.

Installation Procedure





1. Using a pry bar, lower the stabilizer shaft.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator to the stabilizer shaft. Position the slit on the stabilizer shaft insulator toward the front of the vehicle.
3. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket over the stabilizer shaft insulator.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket retaining bolts.
- Tighten the stabilizer shaft bracket retaining bolts to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
5. Lower the vehicle.