Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
Stabilizer Link: Service and Repair
Front
Stabilizer Bar Link
Stabilizer Bar Link
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in
major service expense. new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement
part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of
these parts.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. NOTE: Use the holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link upper nut.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. NOTE: Use the holding feature to prevent the ball stud from turning while removing or installing the stabilizer bar link nut.
Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower nut and remove the stabilizer bar link.
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To install, tighten to 42 Nm (31 ft. lbs.).
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.