how to Replace Front Sway Bar Links 00-07 Toyota Highlander
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 70 min · Toyota Highlander
Replace the front sway bar links on a 2000–2007 Toyota Highlander, cleaning and loosening the joint fasteners before securing each replacement link to specification.
Tools you will need
- Torque Wrench
- Hammer
- Rust Penetrant
- Jack Stands
- Complete Metric Wrench Set
- Brake Parts Cleaner
- 6mm Hex Wrench
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Paper Towels
- Anti-Seize Grease
- Wire Brush
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
- Complete Metric Socket Set
Parts and supplies
- Front sway bar links
- Wheel lug nuts
Steps
Remove the front wheel
Loosen the lug nuts with the vehicle on the ground, then raise and support it securely. Remove the wheel to access the front sway bar link.
Free the old link
Apply penetrant and clean the exposed threads. Counterhold the stud with the appropriate hex key and wrench while loosening its nut, then release the opposite end and remove the link.
Install the replacement link
Place the new link between the sway bar and control arm. Start both nuts by hand, counterhold the studs, and tighten the fasteners to the vehicle's specification.
Reinstall the wheel
Refit the wheel and start its lug nuts by hand. Lower the vehicle and tighten the nuts in a star pattern to specification, then check that the link does not contact nearby parts.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.