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How do you remove a sway bar from a Taurus?

How do you remove a sway bar from a Taurus?

Take off the rear wheels with the tire iron and move them to the side. Unbolt the sway bar end link from the sway bar using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket and an open-end wrench. Unbolt the end link from the strut with the same tools. Repeat on the other side of the vehicle, then pull the links off of the suspension and sway bar.

Why do sway bar links need to be replaced?

These links are critical because they make sure that the sway bar does its job, which is to control side to side motion while the vehicle is turning. If the end links go bad, then there will be noise and play in the suspension, which could cause problems. To fix the issue, you must replace the links.

How much does it cost to replace a sway bar?

Typically, a car requires new sway bar end links or stabilizer bushings. A replacement sway bar end link will cost between $125 and $160, with labor making up $50 to $70 and the part costing between $55 and $110. The stabilizer bushing replacement cost is between $125 and $160, with labor making up $95 to $120 and the part costing $30 to $65.

Can you drive a car with a broken sway bar?

Depending on the vehicle you’re driving, you may have a front or a rear sway bar, or you may have both. If you suspect that a sway bar is broken, you can still drive the car, but you must use caution.

What kind of suspension problems does Ford Taurus have?

288-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD Car had clunking noise if front, dealer found inner tie rod end bad; replaced and realigned car under warranty 288-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD front tire wear. and clunk from right front. dealer replaced sway bar end link and right front strut

What causes rear sway bar to come loose?

Rear Sway bar bushing (inside ones )came loose and caused a thump/rattle in the rear. Dealer had to install completely new bar to repair and thought a redesign of this part was needed in the future. front end feels loose.

Why is my Ford Taurus rear shock leaking?

During a routine tire rotation the dealer noticed that the driver’s side rear shock was leaking. The dealership ordered a new shock The left rear shock was leaking. The dealership ordered and installed the new left rear shock

Why does my Ford Taurus make a thump noise?

They haven’t been able to fix the problem. The thump noise continued after the last visit, this time they replaced the right side upper strut bushing and it was fixed, this is the first time that I like my car ride since I bought it. Rear Sway bar bushing (inside ones )came loose and caused a thump/rattle in the rear.

How do you unbolt a sway bar link?

Unbolt the sway bar end link from the sway bar using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket and an open-end wrench. Unbolt the end link from the strut with the same tools.

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Ruth Doyle