Hellwig 55701 User Manual
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FRONT STABILIZER BAR
93-02 CAMARO & FIREBIRD
Thank you for purchasing a quality Hellwig Product.
PLEASE READ THIS INSTRUCTIONSHEET COMPLETELYBEFORESTARTING YOUR INSTALLATION
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TORQUE TABLE
BOLT SIZE:3/8” = 20-30 ft. lbs. – 7/16” = 35-45 ft. lbs. – ½” = 50-70 ft. lbs. – 9/16” = 70-90 ft. lbs.-5/8”=120 ft. lbs.
SAFETY: BEFORESTARTINGYOUR INSTALLATION, BE SURE TO SET PARKINGBRAKE AND CHOCK TIRES.
NOTE: TO EASE INSTALLATION AND TO PROPERLY ADJUST THE BAR, THE WEIGHTOF THE VEHICLE MUST BE ON THE
SUSPENSIONAS IF DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. DO NOT RAISE VEHICLE BY THE FRAME.
NOTE: THIS SWAY BAR IS A REPLACEMENTFOR THE FACTORY INSTALLED FRONT SWAY BAR.
NOTE: THIS KIT INCLUDES LOCKNUTS WHICH REQUIRE TIGHTENING WITH A WRENCH AFTERBEING STARTED BY HAND.
1. Remove the front sway bar along with all mounting hardware. Do not discard the frame mounting bolts, as you will need them to
complete the installation of the new front sway bar.
2. Install the D-shaped poly bushings on the new sway bar in approximately the same location as the old sway bar. SEE PHOTO
ONE (1).
3. Locate the predrilled mounting holes on the lower control arms of the vehicle. Install the end link bushings on the end links. Attach the end link assemblies to the lower control arms of the vehicle. SEE Diagram and PHOTO TWO (2). Leave loose at this
time.
4. Raise and position the sway bar on the frame. Install the U-plates and attach using factory mounting bolts from step 1.
5. Position the arms of the sway bar over the end link assemblies and install the end link bushings. The sway bar should be centered
and the end link assemblies are to be straight up and down as possible. Tighten end links until bushings bulge slightly. Do not
over tighten. SEE DIAGRAM and PHOTO TWO (2).
6. Tighten the frame bolts to factory specifications.
7. Bounce the vehicle and check for clearance on all undercarriage components; wiring, springs, brake and fuel lines.
8. Turn the wheels full lock left then right check clearance on the wheels, tires and steering components.
9. After one week of driving recheck your installation. Recheck on a monthly regular basis thereafter.
ATTENTION INSTALLER: BE SURE THAT THE CUSTOMER RECEIVES THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET,
ALL IMORTANT NOTE CARDS AND THE WARRANTY FORM
55701 (R-55701) 02/11/08
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