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Stabilizer Bar Replacement

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  1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS ).
  2. Remove the front wheels, taking care not to scratch the calipers on the Type-S model.
  3. Disconnect the stabilizer links from the stabilizer bar on the right and left sides (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).
  4. Remove the front suspension subframe (A) from the body (see SUBFRAME REPLACEMENT ).
    Fig 1: Front Suspension Subframe, Bushing Holders And Stabilizer Bar With Torque Specifications
    G05461680Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the flange bolts (B) and the bushing holders (C), then remove the bushings (D) and the stabilizer bar (E).
    NOTE: During installation, install new flange bolts.
  6. Install the stabilizer bar in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Note the right and left direction of the stabilizer bar.
    • Do not set the bushings (A) on the bent or curved part of the stabilizer bar (B).
    • Note the direction of installation for the bushings.
    • Refer to STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  to connect the stabilizer bar to the links (see STABILIZER LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).
    • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc and inside of the wheel.
    • Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary (see WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
      Fig 2: Identifying Bushings And Stabilizer Bar
      G05461681Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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