Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
2. NOTE: Removal of the LH shock absorber lower bolt will allow more movement of the wheel knuckle when installing the stabilizer bar.
Remove the LH shock absorber lower bolt.
3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister vent valve electrical connector.
4. Unclip the wiring harness from the frame.
5. Remove the fuel tank filler pipe bracket bolt.
6. Loosen the fuel tank filler pipe hose clamps and disconnect the hose.
7. Remove the stabilizer bar link nut and grommet and the stabilizer bar link.
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Discard the nut.
8. Remove the wiring harness retainer caps from the stabilizer bar bracket studs.
9. Remove and discard the 4 stabilizer bar bracket nuts.
10. Remove the 2 stabilizer bar brackets and the 2 stabilizer bar bushings.
11. Remove the 4 stabilizer bar bracket studs.
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For the front studs, push the stud down and slide the stud toward the rear of the vehicle.
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For the rear studs, push the stud down and slide the stud toward the front of the vehicle.
12. Disconnect the fuel filler pipe tube-to-fuel pressure sensor line quick connect coupling.
13. Unclip the fuel filler pipe tube-to-fuel pressure sensor line from the fuel tank and position aside.
14. CAUTION: When removing the stabilizer bar, care must be taken to avoid damage to the wiring harness, fuel lines, fuel filler tube and
body.
CAUTION: Extreme care must be exercised when removing and installing the stabilizer bar on vehicles equipped with rear air
conditioning (A/C) and/or rear heating, or damage to the A/C lines and rear heater hoses can occur.
With the aid of an assistant, remove the stabilizer bar from the LH side of the vehicle.
Installation
CAUTION: When installing the stabilizer bar, care must be taken to avoid damage to the wiring harness, fuel lines, fuel filler tube and body.
CAUTION: Extreme care must be exercised when removing and installing the stabilizer bar on vehicles equipped with rear air-conditioning
(A/C) and/or rear heating, or damage to the A/C lines and rear heater hose may occur.
1. With the aid of an assistant, install the stabilizer bar into the LH side of the vehicle.
2. Connect the fuel filler pipe tube-to-fuel sensor line.
