Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) with the front strut assembly by loosening the nuts (A).
Tightening Torque:

98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

Fig 1: Locating Stabilizer Link With Front Strut Assembly
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Disconnect the stabilizer bar with the frame by loosening the bolts (A).
Tightening Torque:

44.1 ~ 53.9N.m (4.5 ~ 5.5kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 39.8 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Removing Stabilizer Bar Bolts With Frame
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Remove the stabilizer link (A), clamp (B), bushing (C).
Tightening Torque:

98.1 ~ 117.7N.m (10.0 ~ 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 ~ 86.8lb-ft)

Fig 3: Removing Stabilizer Link, Clamp, Bushing
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- Do Not use the lock nuts again.