Milan L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
Stabilizer Bar and 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. A 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. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link upper nuts.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar bracket nuts.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) with the suspension at the bushing fastener tightening position.
4. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar bracket bolts and remove the stabilizer bar brackets and the stabilizer bar.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) with the suspension at the bushing fastener tightening position.
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower bolts and remove the stabilizer bar links.
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To install, tighten to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.) with the suspension at the bushing fastener tightening position.
6. Inspect the stabilizer bar bushings and install a new bushing(s) if necessary.
7. CAUTION: Before tightening any suspension bushing fasteners, the suspension must be at the bushing fastener tightening position. Use a
suitable jack to raise the suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to 395 mm (15.55 inch).
