Removal

[Rear Stabilizer Bar Link]

1.Remove the rear wheel and tires.(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "Wheel")

2.Remove the rear stabilizer bar link nut (A).

Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)

• Hold the rear stabilizer bar link outer hex (A), and then remove or install the nut (B).

• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.

• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the rear stabilizer bar link nut.

3.Remove the rear stabilizer bar link (A) after removing the nut.

Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)

• Hold the rear stabilizer bar link outer hex (A), and then remove or install the nut (B).

• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.

• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the rear stabilizer bar link nut.

[Rear Stabilizer Bar]

1.Remove the rear motor and reduction gear aseembly.(Refer to Motor and Reduction Gear System - "Rear Motor and Reduction Gear Assembly")

2.Disconnect the connectors (A).

3.Separate the high-voltage cable wiring (A) after removing the bolts.

Tightening torque :16.7 - 23.5 N·m (2.0 - 2.4 kgf·m, 14.5 - 17.3 lb·ft)

4.Remove the rear stabilizer bar link nut (A).

Tightening torque :98.1 - 117.7 N·m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf·m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb·ft)

• Hold the rear stabilizer bar link outer hex (A), and then remove or install the nut (B).

• Be careful not to damage the boot of the link.

• Use a hand tool when removing or installing the rear stabilizer bar link nut.

5.Remove the rear stabilizer bar (A) after removing the bolts and nuts.

Tightening torque :49.0 - 63.7 N·m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf·m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb·ft)

Installation

1.Install in the reverse order of removal.

2.Check the alignment. [When replacing the rear stabilizer bar](Refer to Alignment - "Repair Procedures")

Inspection

1.Check the stabilizer bar bushing for damage.

2.Check the stabilizer bar link ball joint for damage.

3.Check all bolts and nuts.