Element 2WD L4-2.4L (2003)
Stabilizer Link: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Removal/Installation
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the self-locking nut (A) and flange nut (B) while holding the respective joint pin (C) with a hex wrench (D), and remove the stabilizer link
(E).
3. Install the stabilizer link (A) on the stabilizer bar (B) and lower arm (C) with the joint pins (D) set at the center of their range of movement.
4. Install the self-locking nut and flange nut, and lightly tighten them.
NOTE: Use a new self-locking nut on reassembly.
5. Place the floor jack under the lower arm ball joint, and raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE: Do not place the jack against the ball joint pin.