Buick Regal: Stabilizer Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

1.

Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle(1) - Remove.

2.

Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolt(1) - Remove[4x].

3. Front Stabilizer Shaft(1)@Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle - Remove.

Installation Procedure

1.

Front Stabilizer Shaft(1)@Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle - - Install.

CAUTION: Fastener Caution

2. Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Bolt(1) - Install and tighten[4x] 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

3.

Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle(1) - Install.

STABILIZER SHAFT LINK REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.

1. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut[2x]
   CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.
   Tighten 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
2. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link
   Procedure
   Install the front tire and wheel assembly.

FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB REPLACEMENT

Preliminary Procedures

1. Front Wheel Speed Sensor@Steering Knuckle - Remove.

2. Front Wheel Drive Half Shaft@Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly - Separate.

3. Front Brake Rotor Replacement (JQ5) Front Brake Rotor Replacement (J17, J60).

1. Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly Bolt[3x]
   CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

   CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component.
   Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

   Procedure
   Remove and DISCARD the bolts.

   Tighten
   First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
   Final Pass: (60 - 75 degrees)

2. Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Assembly
   Procedure
   Apply grease evenly and ensure complete coverage to the steering knuckle bearing pilot bore only.
   NOTE: Avoid applying grease to any other machined surfaces, holes, or threads.
   Ensure the drain channel at the bottom of the bore is not blocked with grease or debris.

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