Front Stabilizer: Installation

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CAUTION:

Use a new self-locking nut.
Ensure the stabilizer bushing and stabilizer have the same identification colors.
Install the stabilizer bushing (front cross-member side) while aligning it with the paint mark on stabilizer.
The stabilizer bracket has a set orientation. Install it with the arrow mark facing the upper side of the vehicle.

Fig 1: Installing Stabilizer Bracket
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Install each part in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque:

Stabilizer link:

45 N.m (4.59 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb)

Stabilizer bracket:

25 N.m (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)