Hellwig Sway Bar 55816 - Manual (Page 3)

7. Lubricate and install hourglass bushings first and then the sleeves into axle bracket.
8. Loosen bolts on spring plate and attach axle bracket as shown in photos 1,5,&6. Tighten
bolts in spring plate to factory specification.
9. Raise the arms of the sway bar and attach to the axle brackets using the 7/16 x 2-3/4”
bolts, locknuts, and thick washers. For initial installation, attach bar to the axle brackets
using the hole closest to the end of the arm of the sway bar. It may be necessary to place
a thick washer between the bushing and the arm of the sway bar if there is a gap.
10.If holes were drilled in subframe to mount hanger, tighten through-bolt to 25 ft-lb.
11.Tighten 7/16” end link hanger bolts to 35 ft-lb.
12.Tighten bolt attaching sway bar to axle bracket to 35 ft-lb.
13.
The sway bars arms have three mounting holes. Mounting the sway bar on the outer
hole is the nominal position. For a firmer setting, use the inner holes. We recom-
mend starting with the outer mounting hole as in photo ( 6 ) until you are accus-
tomed to the vehicles new handling characteristics. Select the mounting point that
best fits your driving style.
14.Bounce vehicle a couple of times and check installation for clearance to fuel and brake
lines and other components. After one week of driving recheck your installation and
fastener torque. Recheck on a regular basis thereafter.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: BE SURE THAT THE CUSTOMER RECEIVES THIS INSTRUC
TION SHEET, ALL IMORTANT NOTE CARDS AND THE
WARRANTY FORM
559-734-7451 800-367-5480 FAX 559-734-7460
5 6
Attach sway bar using outermost
mounting hole for initial instal-
lation.
5816 ( R-5816) 02/15/07