Q: How do I use the stabilizer/sway bar system?

asked by on December 11, 2015

How do I use the stabilizer/sway bar system?

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

How do I pull down the sun visor?
The sun visor can help increase your visibility during extremely bright conditions. There is a sun visor in front of both the driver and the front passenger seat. To access the sun visor, simply pull it down so that it...
Horn only works intermittently
Hey there. It sounds like the horn switch is on it's way out if you are having an intermittent issue. Another way to tell would be to see if the horn sounds with the panic button on the key fob....
Grinding/ ticking / rattling noise from under front of car and heater not working.
Hi there. To pinpoint this issue I would definitely start by getting under the car to try and find the location of the noise. Most of the time this is caused by a failure in the air conditioning compressor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ac-compressor-replacement)...
Cooling fans
This can be caused by a number of things such as low coolant levels (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/top-off-coolant), a faulty thermostat (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/thermostat-replacement), or a failing coolant fan switch. As you may know the coolant fan switch helps to maintain the proper coolant temperature...
Car has limited power (limp mode) when gas is pressed.
Hello. The P2294 code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p2294-obd-ii-trouble-code-fuel-pressure-regulator-2-control-circuit-open-by-evan-clay) indicates that there is a problem with high-pressure fuel regulator circuit. The driving behavior you outline (won't rev or achieve speed) may be due to low fuel pressure (high pressure circuit)/inadequate fuel supply, or the...
The emergency brake light on the dashboard wont turn off
The parking brake and fluid level is the only input to turn on the light but this system uses additional inputs from the ABS and traction control to input to microprocessor circuits that can turn on the indicator in the...
White smoke coming from engine and into the car from vents upon starting the car and then clears.
Hi there, Check the fuel system on your engine to see if the fuel pressure regulator is working properly. It seems that either the fuel pressure regulator is putting a higher pressure on the fuel injectors or the cylinders 2...
low engine pressure/chk engine light
Hello, and thank you for writing in. There are two separate "low pressure" warning lights on the vehicle, the low oil pressure warning and the low tire pressure warning. It is safe to assume for now that you are speaking...
engine revs up and down when in park and it dies when puts in drive
Hello, thank you for writing in. There a large number of components that can cause these issues. If you have not scanned the vehicle for diagnostic troubleshooting codes, you will want to do that first. Even without a check engine...

Related articles

A Buyer's Guide to the 2012 Audi Q5
The The 2012 Audi Q5 is a compact SUV that is packed with features, both inside and under the hood. While it might not be the right choice for large families, most should definitely consider test-driving this vehicle. Key Features...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Ford F-450
The The 2012 Ford F-450 is a serious truck with major towing and hauling capacity. What it lacks in gas mileage, it more than makes up for in durability, suspension, power, and torque. Plus, with a six-speed shiftable automatic transmission,...
How to Deal With Glare While Driving at Night
Driving Driving at night (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-drive-your-vehicle-safely-at-night-by-cheryl-knight) is hard enough without having to deal with glare. Glare is usually caused by dirty windows or mirrors, bad vision, and the improper use of lights by other drivers. Luckily, you can take some steps...