Ford Ecosport: Rear Suspension - AWD / Removal and Installation - Rear Stabilizer Bar Link
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.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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NOTICE:
Do not use power tools to remove or install the
stabilizer bar link nuts. Damage to the stabilizer bar link ball joints
and boots may occur.
NOTICE:
Make sure that the ball joint ball does not rotate.
NOTE:
The stabilizer bar links are designed with low friction ball joints that have a low breakaway torque.
NOTE:
Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing or installing the nuts.
Remove and discard the rear stabilizer link nuts and remove the rear stabilizer link.
Torque:
35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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...
Removal
Refer to: Rear Stabilizer Bar (204-02B Rear Suspension - AWD, Removal and Installation).
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Other information:
Repair
WARNING:
To minimize the risk of injury, always wear protective
gloves when working with a steamer. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Click here to view a video version of the seat heater mat removal and installation...
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct supplemental restraint system operation during a
crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step
instructions may result in incorrect operation of the supplemental
restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or
death in a crash...