Stabilizer Shaft Link Bracket Replacement All Models Except C/K 3

1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove the following parts from the stabilizer links:

•	The upper nuts

•	The washers

•

The bolts

3. Remove the bolts from the clamp insulators.
4. Remove the nuts and bolts from the stabilizer bracket to the frame.

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.

1. Install the nuts and the bolts to the stabilizer bracket and the frame.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

2. Install the bolts to the insulators and the clamps.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

3. Install the nuts, the washers, and the bolts to the stabilizer links.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

Stabilizer Shaft Link Bracket Replacement C/K 3 Models

1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove the nuts.
3. Remove the insulators.
4. Remove the bolts from the spacer and the stabilizer shaft.
5. Remove the nuts from the U-bolts.
6. Remove the following parts:

•	The U-bolts

•	The clamps

•	The insulators

7. Remove the stabilizer shaft.

1. Install the stabilizer shaft to the rear axle.
2. Install the following parts:

•	The insulators

•	The clamps

•	The U-bolt

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 nuts to the U-bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

4. Install the bolts through the following parts:

•	The insulators

•	The stabilizer shaft

•	The spacers

5. Install the nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 23 N·m (17 lb ft)