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Stabilizer Bar Replacement

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  2. Remove the rear wheels.
  3. Remove the spare tire from the vehicle.
  4. Remove the spare tire support bracket (A).
    Fig 1: Spare Tire Support Bracket And Mounting Bolts With Torque Specification
    G08055026Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Disconnect both stabilizer links from the stabilizer bar (see Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation  ).
  6. Remove the flange bolts (A) and the bushing holders (B), then remove the bushings (C) and the stabilizer bar (D) from the rear suspension subframe (E).
    Fig 2: Rear Suspension Subframe Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
    G08055027Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Install the stabilizer bar in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Note the right and left direction of the stabilizer bar.
    • Align the paint marks (F) on the stabilizer bar with the sides of the bushings.
    • Refer to stabilizer link removal/installation  to connect the stabilizer bar to the links (see ).
    • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces between the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel.
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