GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Blazer - 4WD - RHD 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Front Suspension 🢒 Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 3640 Size: SH
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the steering linkage shield. Refer to Steering Linkage Shield Replacement in Steering Linkage.
  3. Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket mounting bolts.
  4. Remove the stabilizer shaft bracket.
  5. Remove the stabilizer shaft insulator.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 3640 Size: SH
  1. Install the stabilizer shaft insulators to the stabilizer shaft. Face the slit in the stabilizer shaft insulator forward.
  2. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket over the stabilizer shaft insulator.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the stabilizer shaft bracket mounting bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the stabilizer shaft mounting bracket bolts to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

  4. Install the steering linkage shield. Refer to Steering Linkage Shield Replacement in Steering Linkage.
  5. Lower the vehicle.