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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 867 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTABILIZER SHAFT REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn the front to the full right position.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the front tire and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
If equipped with a 2.2L L61 engine, remove the front exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (L81) or Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (L61) in Engine Exhaust.

Fig 1: View Of Stabilizer Shaft & Link

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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Disconnect the stabilizer link from the stabilizer bar.
Remove the left outer tie rod to steering knuckle nut. Discard the nut.

Fig 2: Separating Outer Tie Rod End From Steering Knuckle

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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Using the SA91100C , separate the outer tie rod from the steering knuckle.

Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Bar Clamps, Bushings & Bolts

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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the stabilizer bar clamp to cradle bolts.
Remove the stabilizer bar clamps and bushings from the stabilizer bar.

IMPORTANT: Take care not to catch the transmission shift cable or left wheel house plastic trim when removing the stabilizer bar.

Remove the stabilizer bar from the vehicle through the left wheel opening.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.