Q: How to remove and install a front stabilizer bar link and bushing on Hyundai Sonata?
A: If a sway bar becomes damaged, it is likely due to a severe accident affecting other major components, necessitating the services of an auto body shop. To remove the sway bar, first loosen the front wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands before removing the front wheels. Disconnect the sway bar links from the bar or lower control arms. For models from 2006 to 2010, place a floor jack under the rear of the subframe, remove the two rear subframe mounting bolts, and lower the subframe slightly for clearance. Detach both sway bar bushing retainers from the subframe. For models from 2011 and later, remove the universal joint-to-steering gear mounting bolt, disconnect the tie-rod end from the knuckle, and disconnect the lower arms from the knuckles. Also, disconnect the exhaust rubber hanger and lower the exhaust. Support the engine from above and remove the engine front roll stopper mount. Using two floor jacks, support the subframe and remove all mounting bolts, then lower it for access to the sway bar mounting bolts. Remove the sway bar mounting bolts and the sway bar itself, followed by the bushings, noting their positions, and then remove the sway bar link nut to detach the link. For installation, inspect the retainer bushings and replace if cracked or worn, and check the sway bar links for loose ballstuds. Clean the bushing area of the sway bar, lubricate the new bushings with vegetable oil, and install the retainers and bolts, tightening them to the specified torque. Finally, install the links and tighten the link nuts to the specified torque.