Remove and replace both front sway bar links (stabilizer links) on a 2014 Ram 2500 with 6.7L Cummins Diesel engine.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front sway bar link (left) × 1 — Mopar 68088074AC or equivalent
• Front sway bar link (right) × 1 — Mopar 68088074AC or equivalent

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level surface and engage parking brake
2. Place wheel chocks behind rear wheels
3. Loosen front wheel lug nuts while vehicle is on ground (do not remove)
4. Raise front of vehicle with floor jack at frame rail
5. Support vehicle securely on jack stands under frame rails behind lower control arms
6. Remove both front wheels completely
7. Spray penetrating oil on sway bar link nuts if corrosion is present

Procedure

1. 1

   Access driver side sway bar link
   Locate the sway bar link connecting the sway bar to the lower control arm on the driver side. Visually inspect for damage, worn bushings, or excessive play before removal.
2. 2

   Remove driver side upper link nut
   Insert 6mm Allen key into the top of the sway bar link stud to hold the shaft from rotating. Using an 18mm wrench, remove the upper nut that connects the link to the sway bar. If the stud spins, apply firm pressure on the Allen key while loosening the nut.
3. 3

   Remove driver side lower link nut
   Insert 6mm Allen key into the bottom of the sway bar link stud. Using an 18mm wrench, remove the lower nut that connects the link to the lower control arm. Remove the entire sway bar link assembly. If link is seized in bushing, use a pry bar to gently separate.
4. 4

   Clean driver side mounting points
   Use a wire brush to clean the sway bar mounting point and lower control arm mounting point, removing any rust, dirt, or debris. Ensure both mounting surfaces are clean for proper new link installation.
5. 5

   Install new driver side sway bar link
   Position the new sway bar link between the sway bar and lower control arm. Install the link with the upper stud through the sway bar and lower stud through the control arm. Thread both nuts on by hand to ensure proper alignment before tightening.
6. 6

   Torque driver side link nuts
   Hold each stud with the 6mm Allen key to prevent rotation. Torque both the upper and lower nuts to specification using a torque wrench. Ensure bushings compress evenly and link is perpendicular to mounting points.
   Torque spec

   Sway Bar Link Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
7. 7

   Remove passenger side sway bar link
   Repeat the removal process for the passenger side. Use 6mm Allen key to hold the studs and 18mm wrench to remove both upper and lower nuts. Remove the entire link assembly from the vehicle.
8. 8

   Clean passenger side mounting points
   Wire brush both the sway bar mounting point and lower control arm mounting point on the passenger side, removing all rust and debris to ensure proper seating of the new link.
9. 9

   Install new passenger side sway bar link
   Install the new passenger side link with studs positioned through the sway bar and control arm. Hand thread both nuts to verify proper alignment and thread engagement before final tightening.
10. 10

    Torque passenger side link nuts
    Hold each stud stationary with the 6mm Allen key. Torque both upper and lower nuts to specification. Verify bushings are properly compressed and link sits perpendicular to mounting surfaces.
    Torque spec

    Sway Bar Link Nuts55 Nm (41 lb-ft)
11. 11

    Reinstall wheels
    Install both front wheels and hand thread all lug nuts. Lower vehicle until wheels just touch the ground but jack stands still support the vehicle. Torque lug nuts in a star pattern to manufacturer specification (typically 130 lb-ft for this vehicle). Fully lower vehicle and remove jack stands.

Reassembly

1. Ensure all fasteners are torqued to specification with Allen key holding stud shaft
2. Verify sway bar links move freely through their range of motion without binding
3. Double-check wheel lug nuts are properly torqued after lowering vehicle

Verification

• Test drive vehicle at low speed and verify no clunking noises from front suspension over bumps
• Turn steering wheel lock-to-lock while stationary to verify no interference or binding
• Visually inspect new links for proper installation and torque after test drive
• Check that vehicle handling feels stable with no excessive body roll in turns

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