Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement for Chevrolet Corvette 1999

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.



3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link nuts from the lower control arms.
4. Remove the stabilizer shaft link nuts and links from the shaft.

1. Install the stabilizer shaft links and link nuts to the stabilizer shaft and to the lower crossmember.

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.

2. Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nuts to 72 N·m (53 lb ft).

3. Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
4. Lower the vehicle.