Dodge: sway bar front end, dodge ram 1500, cotter pin

Question
What do i need to know about replacing the bushing on the sway bar and is this a very dificult job to do
Thank you


dodge ram 1500 4x4 8c5.2l 1997

Answer
If you're referring to the front stabilizer bar.
1.apply the parking brake.
2.raise the front of the vehicle and secure it on jack stands.
3.disconnect the stabilizer bar links from the axle brackets.
4.remove the linkshaft cotter pin and nut from the axle bracket.Carefully separate the link from the axle braket with a two-jaw puller.
5.remove the nut and retainers from the frame support brackets.
6.Remove the stabilizer bar and link assemblies from the vehicle.
7.Pull the bushings off the stabilizer bar and inspect them for cracks,hardness,and other signs of deterioration.inspect the bushings in the lower ends of the links.
8.replace all damaged bushings.
9.install in reverse order.
10.do not torque any fasteners until the vehicle is lowered to the ground.