DeVille d Elegance V8-4.6L VIN Y (1998)
Stabilizer Bushing: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Using a pair of needle nose pliers, stabilizer link ball stud and remove the upper nut.
4. Remove the stabilizer link from the strut.
5. Remove the bolts from the stabilizer link brackets.
6. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulator on stabilizer shaft and bracket.
NOTICE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners
requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion
inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket and bolts.
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Tighten the stabilizer shaft bracket bolts to: 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the stabilizer shaft link to the strut.
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Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nut to: 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the tire and wheel.
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Tighten the wheel nuts to: 140 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
5. Lower the vehicle.
