Wrangler 2WD V6-3.8L (2008)
Stabilizer Bushing: Service and Repair
Removal
STABILIZER BAR BUSHING
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the left upper stabilizer bar link nut from the stabilizer bar.
3. Remove the left lower stabilizer bar link bolt to the axle. This will allow clearance to remove the stabilizer bar from the right side link
without removing the whole link.
4. Remove the right upper stabilizer bar link nut from the stabilizer bar.
5. Remove the splash shield.
6. Remove the right side stabilizer bar bracket bolts (3) to the frame.
7. Remove the left side stabilizer bar bracket bolts (3) to the frame.
8. Remove the stabilizer bar (1) to the bench.
9. Bend open the retaining tabs (1) on the bracket. If these tabs (1) break that is okay, they are used for the factory installation only.
10. Remove the retainer bracket (2).
11. Slide the bushings (3) off the stabilizer bar with a mixture of soapy water.
