REAR STABILIZER BAR (for 2WD): Inspection

INSPECT REAR STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY
1. As shown in the illustration, move the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times before installing the nut.
2. 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 fifth turn.
  Turning torque:
  
  1.0 N*m (10 kgf*cm, 8.9 in.*lbf) or less
  
  Fig 1: Inspecting Front Stabilizer Link Assembly LH
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  If the turning torque is not within the specified range, replace the rear stabilizer link assembly with a new one.
3. Check for any cracks and grease leaks on the ball joint dust cover.