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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE LS, 4D SEDAN, 3.0 SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSIONREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSTABILIZER BARINSTALLATION
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S
Stabilizer Bar: Installation
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 SSECTION Installation
- Clean stabilizer bar where bushings mount. Lubricate inside of new bushings with Rubber Suspension Insulator Lube (E25Y-19553-A). DO NOT use mineral or petroleum based lubricant. Install bushings on stabilizer bar. Install "U" brackets. Tighten "U" bracket bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Ensure color code on stabilizer bar is installed on right side of vehicle. See Fig. . Ensure stabilizer bar insulator is positioned with slits toward rear of vehicle. Raise subframe. Install steering gear, and tighten nuts to specification. Install link assembly to stabilizer bar and strut. Tighten nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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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.