Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the (-) battery terminal.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "AUXILIARY BATTERY ")
Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "WHEEL ")
Disconnect the stabilizer bar link (B) from the front strut assembly after removing the nut (A).
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- When removing the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link (B).
- Be careful not to damage the stabilizer bar link boots.

Remove the nut (A) and disconnect the stabilizer bar link (B) from the stabilizer bar.

Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

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NOTE:

When removing the nut (A), fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link.

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Be careful not to damage the stabilizer bar link boots.

Remove the bracket bolts (A) and remove the stabilizer bar (B) from the sub frame.
Tightening torque:

63.7 - 78.4 N.m (6.5 - 8.0 kgf.m, 47.0 - 57.8 lb.ft)

[LH]

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[RH]

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