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Installation Procedure

NOTE: Take care not to catch the transmission shift cable or left wheel house plastic trim when removing/installing the stabilizer shaft.
  1. Position the stabilizer shaft (1) so that it is positioned between the wheel drive shaft (3) and the front lower control arm (2).
    Fig 1: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolts
    G04842720Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  2. Maneuver the stabilizer shaft until it is properly position on the frame.
  3. Install the stabilizer shaft bushing and clamps.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
    Fig 2: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Link Ball Stud
    G04842721Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  4. Install the stabilizer shaft clamp retaiing bolts.

    Tightening torque 

    Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft)  .

  5. Install the stabilizer shaft links. Refer to STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT .
  6. Install the outer tie rod ends. Refer to RACK AND PINION OUTER TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT .
  7. Install the front tire and wheels. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
  8. Remove the suport.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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