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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Holden 🢒 2008 🢒 Lumina Ute 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Front Suspension 🢒 Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

    Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

    3. Object Number: 1949926 Size: SH

    Important: Nuts with micro-encapsulated thread sealant must be discarded after removal.

  3. Remove the stabiliser bar link to stabiliser bar retaining nut (1).

    4. Discard the nut.

  4. Disconnect the stabiliser bar link (2) from the stabiliser bar (3).

    5. Object Number: 1949927 Size: SH
  5. Remove the stabiliser bar link to strut assembly retaining nut (2).

    6. Discard the nut.

  6. Remove the stabiliser link bar (1) from the strut assembly bracket (3).
  7. Inspect all parts for wear and damage.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1949926 Size: SH

    Important: Install the shorter link end to the stabilizer bar.

  1. Install the stabiliser bar link (2) to the stabiliser bar (3).

    2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the NEW stabiliser bar link to stabiliser bar retaining nut (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1949927 Size: SH

    Important: Install the longer link end to the strut.

  3. Install the stabiliser bar link (1) to the strut assembly bracket (3).
  4. Install the NEW stabiliser bar link to strut assembly retaining nut (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  6. Remove the safety stands.
  7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.