DIY: Sway bar installation (front)

ChrisSlicks

This DIY describes replacing the front sway bar (stabilizer bar).
For the rear sway bar see here.

Tools required:
Jack stands
10mm socket
14mm socket
17mm socket
Torque wrench







Jack front of car and support securely with jack stands. It is not necessary to remove the wheels but you do get better access.


Remove undertray bolts using a 10mm socket (with optional electric driver). Remove plastic clips by popping center out with small flat screwdriver or finger nails.




Locate the end of the sway bar and loosen the end links with a 17mm socket or wrench. Leave loosely attached for now.




Remove the sway bar clamps with a 14mm socket.




Let the sway bar swing down. Disconnect the end links and remove the bar.




Preparing new bar by greasing the bushings.




Slide rubber bushing over bar and then add the clamp.




Installation is a reversal of the removal procedure.
- Attach end-links loosely
- Swing bar up and mount clamps to body
- Tighten clamps to 38 ft/lbs
- Tighten end-links to 62 ft/lbs (hold link with 17mm open wrench)

- Reattach under tray with 10mm socket