REAR STABILIZER BAR (for 2WD): Inspection
- INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
- Inspect the turning of the ball joint.
- Secure the rear stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.
- Install the nut to the rear stabilizer link assembly stud.
- Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.
Turning torque: 1.0 N*m (10 kgf*cm, 8.9 in.*lbf) or less
HINT:
If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
- Inspect the dust cover.
- Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.
- Inspect the turning of the ball joint.