2026-09-07

Drop Link - Stabilizer Bar - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 31033402 0.42 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-09-07: Removed steps to remove/install the rear aero shield.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Drop Link - Stabilizer Bar - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts that attach the LH drop link to the rear stabilizer bar and rear LH knuckle
55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  • 5 mm hex socket
  • 15 mm combination flex head wrench
  • 15 mm socket
 Replace

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
  2. Remove and discard the nuts that attach the LH drop link to the rear stabilizer bar and rear LH knuckle.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 5 mm hex
    • 15 mm combination flex head wrench
    • 15 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
  3. Remove the drop link from the vehicle.

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

CAUTION
Replace all nyloc nuts.
  • Mark nuts with paint pen after install.