OEM 2008 Ford Mustang Track Bar

2008 Ford Mustang Track Bar Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair the Rear Track Bar, Specifically the Panhard Rod on 2008 Ford Mustang?

  A: The service and repair of the lateral stabilizer rod track bar requires complete understanding of how suspension fasteners directly control essential system performance and how their failure produces expensive service expenses. Installation of new components requires the use of original part numbers or equivalent parts which exclude inferior-quality or non-compatible design solutions. Sparingly used torque values will guarantee sufficient part retention during installation. To start with, mark the rear shock absorber against the protective sleeve while keeping the vehicle on level ground. Position the vehicle in NEUTRAL on a hoist while avoiding support of the differential housing to safeguard from damage. Support the rear axle with two suitable jack stands while raising the axle until the mark on the rear shock absorber reaches the protective sleeve. The two screwdrivers need to be inserted into the access hole to gently push down the track bar bolt cover retaining clip tabs before the cover can be taken out. Remove all existing track bar bolts together with their flagnuts before installing new ones which must receive a torque of 175 Nm (129 lb-ft). The suspension needs to be set at curb height before tightening track bar bolt nuts to prevent harm. The installation process must end by following the steps in reverse order of removal.