Front Stabilizer: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Subaru Outback and 2006 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:

Use a new self-locking nut.
Ensure that the stabilizer bushing and stabilizer have the same identification colors.
Install the stabilizer bushing (front crossmember side) while aligning it with the paint mark on stabilizer.
Stabilizer bracket has an orientation, so install it with the arrow mark faced to the front side of vehicle.

Fig 1: Installing Stabilizer Bracket With Arrow Facing Front Of Vehicle

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Tightening torque:

Stabilizer link

45 N.m (4.6 kgf-m, 33.2 ft-lb)

Stabilizer bracket

25 N.m (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)