FRONT STABILIZER BAR INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.

  • The following procedure is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECT FRONT STABILIZER LINK ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01MIKO

      Inspect the turning torque of the ball joint.


      1. Secure the front stabilizer link assembly in a vise using aluminum plates.

        Note

        Do not overtighten the vise.

      2. Install the nut to the front stabilizer link assembly stud.

      3. Using a torque wrench, turn the stud continuously at a rate of 3 to 5 seconds per turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

        Turning Torque
        0.05 to 1.96 N*m (0.6 to 19 kgf*cm, 0.5 to 17 in.*lbf)

        If the value is not as specified or there is any abnormal resistance or looseness during rotation, replace the front stabilizer link assembly with a new one.

    2. Inspect the dust cover.


      1. Check that the dust cover is not cracked and that there is no grease on it.

        If the dust cover is cracked or there is grease on it, replace the front stabilizer link assembly with a new one.