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Rear Stabilizer: Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    CAUTION:
    • Be sure to use a new self-locking nut.
    • Ensure the stabilizer bushing and stabilizer have the same identification colors.
    • To install the stabilizer bushing, align the paint mark end of stabilizer to the end of stabilizer bushing.
    • The stabilizer bracket has a set orientation. Install it with the arrow mark facing the upper side of the vehicle.
      Fig 1: Identifying Paint Mark
      G06338738Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Always tighten the stabilizer bushing in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.

    Tightening torque: 

    Stabilizer link 

    44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft-lb) 

    Stabilizer bracket 

    38 N.m (3.9 kgf-m, 28 ft-lb)