Stabilizer Shaft Replacement for Chevrolet Metro 1998

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



2. Remove the two nuts (10) , two washers (6), and the two cushions (7) from the stabilizer links at the control arms.
3. Remove the four bolts (3), the two mounting brackets (2) and the stabilizer shaft (1) from the vehicle.
4. Remove the two nuts and the stabilizer shaft links from the stabilizer shaft (1).

1. Install the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft (1). Secure the shaft with two nuts. Do not tighten fully.
2. Install the stabilizer shaft bushings (4) to the stabilizer shaft (1).
3. Lubricate the stabilizer shaft bushings (4) with super lube GM P/N 12346241 or equivalent.
4. Install the stabilizer shaft (1) to the vehicle.

Important: Do not tighten the bolts fully.

5. Secure the stabilizer shaft with two mounting brackets and four bolts.

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.

Important: For correct centering of the stabilizer shaft, align the color painted marks on the stabilizer shaft to the outside of the mount bushings.

6. Install two link cushions (7), two link washers (6), and two link nuts (5) to the stabilizer shaft links at the control arms.

Tighten

•	Tighten the stabilizer shaft mounting bracket bolts (3) to 28 N·m (20 lb ft).

•	Tighten the stabilizer shaft link nuts (5) to 28 N·m (20 lb ft).

•	Tighten the stabilizer shaft link-to-stabilizer shaft nuts to 50 N·m (38 lb ft).

7. Lower the vehicle.