The stabilizer bar connects between the left and right shock assemblies through the stabilizer link and stabilizer shaft insulators on 2023-2024 LYRIQ; and 2024 Blazer EV and Equinox EV models. When assembling the front stabilizer bar links, it’s critical to properly position the stabilizer bar in order to correctly install both lower and upper link studs. (Fig. 7)
Fig. 7
With the vehicle on a hoist, the suspension is in full rebound. The stabilizer bar has mold-bonded bushings, which positions an unconnected stabilizer bar at the designed ride height, not the rebound position.
Taking the state of the suspension into consideration, it will be helpful to push down on the stabilizer bar to install the lower and upper link studs.
TIP: Do not over-articulate the ball stud on the stabilizer bar link during installation or the link may be damaged.
Lower Stud Assembly
Push down on the stabilizer bar by hand to articulate the lower stud into position (Fig. 8, A), and then assemble the lower stud into the stabilizer bar (Fig. 8, B). Hand-tighten the nut to seat the joint.
There is limited clearance to assemble the lower stud into the stabilizer bar on AWD models. Pushing down on the stabilizer bar will make assembly easier.
Fig. 8
Upper Stud Assembly
Push down on the stabilizer bar by hand to articulate the upper stud into position. (Fig. 9) Assemble the upper stud into the yoke (AWD models) or the strut (RWD models). Hand-tighten the nut to seat the joint.
Fig. 9
Once both joints are secured, tighten the nuts to the specified torque.
Refer to Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in the appropriate Service Information for more details.
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