Front Stabilizer Bar: Inspection

1. As shown, flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times, before installing the nut.
2. Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at the rate of 2 - 4 seconds per 1 turn and take the torque reading on the 5th turn.

   Turning torque: 

   0.05 - 1.0 N.m (0.5 - 10 kgf.cm, 0.4 - 8.7 in.lbf) 

Visually check the bushings for cracks.

If necessary, replace it.

Fig 1: Inspecting Stabilizer Bar Link For Rotation Condition

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