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Front Stabilizer Bar: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Transit Connect. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

2.
- 1.
  
  Finger tight the nuts.
- 2.
  
  Tighten the nuts.
  Torque:
  
  Stage 1: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 90 °
- 3.
  
  Tighten the nuts.
  Torque:
  
  Stage 1: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 90 °

GFD148200

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

3.

NOTE: While tightening the subframe bolts, make sure the front subframe does not move.

NOTE: Before tightening the subframe bolts, align the subframe using the special tool and the reference marks made during removal.

On both sides. Using the special tool tighten the subframe bolts. Remove Special Service Tool: 502-002 (T94P-2100-AH) Alignment Pins, Subframe.

GFD148201

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

4.

Check and if necessary adjust the front toe. Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment .