How to remove and inspect the rear stabilizer bar and bushing on Lexus ES300?

Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and place it securely on jackstands, then remove the rear wheels. Next, remove the heat insulator from the exhaust system. Detach the sway bar links from the bar by removing the nut and detaching the link from the sway bar on each side. If the ballstud turns with the nut, use a hex wrench to hold the stud. Unbolt the sway bar bushing retainers from the body by removing the bushing retainer bolts from both the left and right retainers. The sway bar can now be removed from the vehicle. Pull the retainers off the sway bar using a rocking motion. Check the bushings for wear, hardness, distortion, cracking and other signs of deterioration, replacing them if necessary. Check the sway bar links. Clean the areas of the bar where the bushings ride using a wire brush. If necessary, use a light coat of vegetable oil to ease bushing and Li-bracket installation, but avoid using petroleum-based products or brake fluid as these will damage the rubber. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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Lexus ES300 Rear Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48818-21030
$10.39 MSRP: $13.29
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- Other Name: Bush, Stabilizer, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48818-06160
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2003 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 1MZFE, 3MZFE; MCV30L-BEAGKA, MCV31L-BEAGKA
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Lexus ES300 Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48815-33100
$11.69 MSRP: $14.96
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Front Stabilizer Bar, NO.1
- Replaced by: 48815-06090
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2003 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.3L | 1MZFE, 3MZFE; MCV30L-BEAGKA, MCV31L-BEAGKA
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Lexus ES300 Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48815-33050
$16.24 MSRP: $20.94
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Front Stabilizer Bar, NO.1; Bushing, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE; MCV20L-BTPGKA, MCV20L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Rear Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48818-33050
$16.63 MSRP: $21.28
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Stabilizer, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48818-06090
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE; MCV20L-BTPGKA, MCV20L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48815-33011
$12.90 MSRP: $16.49
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Front Stabilizer Bar, NO.1
- Replaces: 48815-33010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1996 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE, 1MZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, 3VZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, MCV10L-BTPGKK, VCV10L-BTMGKA, VCV10L-BTMGKK, VCV10L-BTPGKA, VCV10L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Rear Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48818-33040
$21.96 MSRP: $28.10
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Stabilizer, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48818-06130
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, MCV10L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Rear Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48818-33011
$21.14 MSRP: $27.26
You Save: $6.12 (23%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Stabilizer, Rear; Bushing, Stabilizer Bar Bushing
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 48818-33010
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1996 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE, 3VZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, 3VZFE; VCV10L-BTMGKA, MCV10L-BTPGKK, VCV10L-BTMGKA, VCV10L-BTMGKK, VCV10L-BTPGKA, VCV10L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48815-33010
$12.90 MSRP: $16.49
You Save: $3.59 (22%)
Ships in 1 Business Day
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Front Stabilizer Bar, NO.1
- Replaced by: 48815-33011
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1995 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE, 3VZFE; MCV10L-BTPGKA, MCV10L-BTPGKK, VCV10L-BTMGKA, VCV10L-BTMGKK, VCV10L-BTPGKA, VCV10L-BTPGKK
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Lexus ES300 Rear Stabilizer Bush
Part Number: 48818-33010
$21.31 MSRP: $27.26
You Save: $5.95 (22%)
Ships in 1-3 Business Days
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Bush, Stabilizer, Rear
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 48818-33011
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Lexus ES300 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 3VZFE; VCV10L-BTMGKA, VCV10L-BTMGKK, VCV10L-BTPGKA, VCV10L-BTPGKK

Lexus ES300 Sway Bar Bushing

Lexus ES300 Sway Bar Bushing keeps the stabilizer bar firmly pinned to the frame allowing the sedan to corner smoothly while controlling body roll. The Sway Bar Bushing functions by having a heavy density rubber or synthetic sleeve around the sway bar which provides both cushioning for metal contact and some flex as the wheels move over bumps and potholes. Positioned at the front and rear suspensions, each Sway Bar Bushing holds its bar with a lubricated inner bore to allow its bar to twist freely but remain centered, which reduces road noise and harshness for passengers. Early Lexus ES300 models applied a simple split design that clamps with a bracket, whereas later versions of the ES300 retained the same basic style but adopted a slightly firmer compound and tighter tolerances as a result of refinements to the chassis, the difference being apparent mainly in longevity and resistance to squeaks and clunks. When a Sway Bar Bushing wears, drivers of the Lexus may experience vague steering, hear rattles or feel the car leaning more in turns, all sure signs the secure grip has faded. Regular inspection and timely replacement keep every single Lexus ES300 planted and responsive because fresh Sway Bar Bushing restores tight handling and a quiet ride.

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Lexus ES300 Sway Bar Bushing Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Rear Stabilizer Bush
48818-33050
Q: How to remove and inspect the rear stabilizer bar and bushing on Lexus ES300?
A:
Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle and place it securely on jackstands, then remove the rear wheels. Next, remove the heat insulator from the exhaust system. Detach the sway bar links from the bar by removing the nut and detaching the link from the sway bar on each side. If the ballstud turns with the nut, use a hex wrench to hold the stud. Unbolt the sway bar bushing retainers from the body by removing the bushing retainer bolts from both the left and right retainers. The sway bar can now be removed from the vehicle. Pull the retainers off the sway bar using a rocking motion. Check the bushings for wear, hardness, distortion, cracking and other signs of deterioration, replacing them if necessary. Check the sway bar links. Clean the areas of the bar where the bushings ride using a wire brush. If necessary, use a light coat of vegetable oil to ease bushing and Li-bracket installation, but avoid using petroleum-based products or brake fluid as these will damage the rubber. Installation is the reverse of removal.

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