Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Stabilizer Link: Service and Repair
Rear
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove both wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove rear stabilizer link upper bolt and nut.
4. Remove rear stabilizer bar link and bushings and nut from rear suspension arm and bushing.
INSTALLATION
1. Install rear stabilizer bar link and bushing, washer, bushings and nut. Do not tighten nut at this time.
2. Install upper stabilizer bar link bolt and nut. Tighten nut to 47-63 Nm (35-46 ft. lbs.).
3. Tighten stabilizer bar link nut to 11-13 Nm (8-9 ft. lbs.).
4. Install wheels and tires. Tighten lug nuts to 115-142 Nm (85-104 ft. lbs.).
