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Installation (All Other Models)

Reverse removal procedure and note following: Install new bolts and nuts. Color coded end of bar goes on right side of vehicle. Inspect for adequate clearance between lower arm and stabilizer bar.

TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft.Lbs.
Shock Absorber Upper
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 14-26
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 24-26
Shock Absorber Lower
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 55-85
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 65-70
Upper Arm-to-Axle
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 103-133
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 90-100
Lower Arm-to-Axle
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 103-133
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 90-100
Upper Arm-to-Frame
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 120-150
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 100-110
Lower Arm-to-Frame
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 120-150
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 100-110
Stabilizer Bar, Rear
  Ford, Mercury, Lincoln, Mark VI 70-92
Stabilizer Bar-to-Lower Arm
  Capri, Mustang, Fairmont, Zephyr, Thunderbird, Cougar, Granada, XR7 18-20
Shock Absorber Clevis Bolt
  Thunderbird, XR7 55-60