FRONT SUSPENSION (STRUT) — FRONT STABILIZER (K8 DOHC) Removal / Inspection / Installation

R-20parts diagram

Procedure is for the K8 DOHC (1.8L V6) engine variant.

FRONT STABILIZER (K8 DOHC)

1
Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2
Remove the wheels.
3
Remove the undercover.
4
Remove in the order shown in the figure, referring to Removal Note.
5
Visually inspect each part and replace as necessary.
6
Install in reverse order of removal, referring to Installation Note.
7
Loosely tighten the stabilizer bracket bolts. Tighten all other nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
8
Install the wheels. (Tightening torque: 89-117 N·m {9.0-12.0 kgf·m, 66-86 ft·lbf})
9
Lower the vehicle.
10
With the vehicle unloaded, tighten the stabilizer bracket bolts to the specified torque.
11
After installation, measure the front wheel alignment, and adjust it, if necessary. (Refer to page R-7.)
12
Bleed the air from the power steering system. (Refer to section N.)

Parts DiagramFig. fig1

#	Part Name	Notes
1	Tie-rod end/Steering knuckle	Service section N
2	Transverse member	—
3	Engine mounting member	Service section B2
4	Front exhaust pipe	—
5	Stabilizer nuts	—
6	Insulator	—
7	Steering gear and linkage	Service section N
8	Bolts and nuts	—
9	Lower arm and front crossmember assembly	—
10	Bolts	—
11	Stabilizer brackets	—
12	Stabilizer bar	Inspect for damage. Removal Note page R-21.
13	Stabilizer bushings	Inspect for damage. Installation Note page R-21.