1. Align the outer side of the positioning plate with the stabilizer bushing.
Fig. 16: Aligning Outer Side Of Positioning Plate With Stabilizer Bushing
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STABILIZER BRACKET INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Install the stabilizer bracket so that the arrow is pointed to the front.
Fig. 17: Identifying Stabilizer Bracket Bolt
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FRONT STABILIZER CONTROL LINK INSPECTION
1. Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for bending and damage.
3. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
1. Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
2. Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
3. Measure the starting torque using a suitable alien socket and a torque wrench.
Front stabilizer control link ball joint starting torque
0.2-2.0 N.m {3-20 kgf.cm, 2-17 in.lbf}
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Mazda CX-9
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