Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Take care not to catch the transmission shift cable or left wheel house plastic trim when installing the stabilizer bar.

Install the stabilizer bar to the vehicle through the left wheel opening.

Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Bar Clamps, Bushings & Bolts

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Install the stabilizer bar clamps and bushings to the stabilizer bar.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the stabilizer bar clamp bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb. ft.).
Inspect the stabilizer link boots for damage and replace the stabilizer link if needed.

Fig 2: View Of Stabilizer Shaft & Link

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IMPORTANT: Hold the ball stud when tightening the nut.

Connect the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar. Do not allow the boot to twist.
Tighten: Tighten the bar to link nut to 65 N.m (48 lb. ft.).

Fig 3: View Of Tie Rod, Knuckle & Tapered Ball Stud

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Connect the left outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
Use the J 44015 to seat the ball stud taper to 40 N.m (30 lb. ft.).
Remove the J 44015 .
Install a new tie rod retention nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb. ft.).
If equipped with a 2.2L (L61) engine, install the front exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (L66) or Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (L61) in Engine Exhaust.
Install the front tire and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.