5.21
BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
5
REAR STABILIZER BAR (4X4 CREW)
Removal / Installation
1. Elevate and safely support vehicle with weight removed
from the rear wheel(s).
2. Remove the rear wheel to gain access to the stabilizer bar,
each side.
3. Remove the stabilizer bar nut from the lower A-arm on each
side.
4. Remove the two bolts that secure the stabilizer bar to the
main frame, each side.
5. Remove the stabilizer from the frame.
6. Inspect the stabilizer bar for straightness. Inspect the
bushings and replace if needed.
7. Inspect the rubber bushings on the linkage rod and replace
if needed.
8. Reverse the procedure for installation. Torque the stabilizer
bolts to 16-18 ft.lbs. (21-25 Nm).
Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer
Bar
Inspect Bushings
Stabilizer Assembly
16-18 ft. lbs.
(21-25 Nm)
Inspect Bushings