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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2000 🢒 Escalade 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Rear Suspension 🢒 Stabilizer Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 585056 Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the following parts from the stabilizer links:
    3. • The lower nuts (10,24)
    • The washers (11,23)
    • The bolts (16,20)
  3. Remove the bolts (17) from the clamps.
  4. Remove the clamps (14,19) and the insulators (15,18).
  5. Remove the stabilizer shaft (4).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 585056 Size: SH
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft (4) to the rear axle.
  2. Install the insulators (15,18) and the clamps (14,19).
  3. Install the bolts (17) to the clamps. Do not tighten.
  4. Install the lower bolts through the following components:
    5. • The stabilizer shaft ends (4)
    • The stabilizer links (12,22)
    • The washers (11,23)

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the nuts (10,24).

    6. Tighten

        • Tighten the clamp bolts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).
        • Tighten the stabilizer link nuts to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).