Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
5. NOTE: Inspect and clean the mating surfaces and the internal threads. Make sure all mating surfaces are free of foreign material and remove any
thread locking compound from the internal threads.
NOTE: Rotate the stabilizer bar and pull outward to remove.
Remove the 4 stabilizer bar bracket bolts and the stabilizer bar, and the brackets and bushings.
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Discard the bolts.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) at curb height.
6. NOTE: When installing the sway bar bushings onto the sway bar, match the groove in the bushing to the upset on the sway bar.
NOTE: Inspect the stabilizer bar bushings for wear or damage. Install new bushings as necessary.
NOTE: Tighten LH side first.
Remove the 2 stabilizer bar bushings.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
