Chassis

Front Stabilizer Bar - Removal and Installation

5steps
~30min
2/5difficulty
050100150200250165122N·mlb·ft
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Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

  1. Remove the front subframe.
    Refer to: Front Subframe - 2.7 L EcoBoost (238 kW/324 L PS) (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
  2. Remove and discard the front stabilizer bar bracket bolts and remove the front stabilizer bar.
    Ford Fusion. Front Stabilizer Bar. Removal and Installation

Installation

  1. NOTICE: Do not use lubricant on the stabilizer bar or bushings, as this may damage the bushings.

    Replace the front stabilizer bar bushings.
    Ford Fusion. Front Stabilizer Bar. Removal and Installation
  2. Install the new front stabilizer bar bracket bolts.
    Torque: 122 lb-ft (165 N·m)
    Ford Fusion. Front Stabilizer Bar. Removal and Installation
  3. Install the front subframe.
    Refer to: Front Subframe - 2.7 L EcoBoost (238 kW/324 L PS) (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).

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