Rear

1990 Mercury Cougar/XR7 V6-232 3.8LSECTION Rear
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Stabilizer Bar Link To Lower Control Arm 6-12 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Stabilizer Bar U-Bracket To Subframe 26-34 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Stabilizer Clevis To Stabilizer Bar 28-40 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Stabilizer Link To Stabilizer Bar 34-46 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
Tension Strut To Sub-frame 90-120 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.