Sway bar linkage?

[smashclash]

So today I was driving my wifes explorer. She had been complaining of hearing a clanking noise on occassion. Well I drove it today and when we went over a speed bump I heard the clank. Got out and it turns out the linkage that connects the sway bar at the top by the front drivers side tire broke and rod is banging around. What is this linkage called? When I go to rock auto it doesn't seem to be the bushing.

 

[smashclash]

I guess this is what I need? Advance Auto Parts - Down for Maintenance

If both in the back and the passenger side are fine I don't have to replace them as well, right? I'm ok just replacing this one?


Any special needs to do this job? I do not have an impact if that matters.

 

[peterk9]

Not sure what you need but if it the above, then check this; Stabilizer Bar & Components for 2014 Ford Explorer | Auto Nation Ford White Bear Lake

Peter

 

[Odrapnew]

Stabilizer link. Rock Auto has a few different options. I just plugged in 2014 Ex V6 to search.

https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog...6,3298526,suspension,stabilizer+bar+link,7580

 

[smashclash]

Thanks. I've been searching and am going with the Moog's and replacing both fronts. Any installation tips or know what torque settings to secure the linkage nuts?

 

[peterk9]

Thanks. I've been searching and am going with the Moog's and replacing both fronts. Any installation tips or know what torque settings to secure the linkage nuts?

I can't recall if the torque specs have been discussed here but if you are picking the parts up, ask there.

Peter

 

[swshawaii]

stabilizer-bar-link-removal-and-installation.pdf

stabilizer-bar-link-removal-and-installation (1).pdf

 

[smashclash]

Thanks all. I ordered the parts. I assume "hex-holding feature" means I put a 13/16" box end wrench on first so I can unscrew the nut. Then use a socket on the bolt tip to prevent it all from spinning while I loosen everything up. Is that pretty much it? Looks like a straight forward job.


Will report back.

 

[KayGee]

Thanks. I've been searching and am going with the Moog's and replacing both fronts. Any installation tips or know what torque settings to secure the linkage nuts?

Keep in mind that if you go with the Moog parts and they have grease fittings, you will need to grease them when installed and regularly thereafter - they will likely be the only suspension part on your vehicle that requires maintenance, unless you replaced any other OE parts with aftermarket.

In cases like these, I usually just replace the broken part with an OE replacement.

 

[smashclash]

I understand they will need grease. I'm ok with that.