Installation

INSTALLATION





CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber bushings should be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension. Failure to follow these instructions will result in damage.

1. Support the axle on a suitable lifting device.
2. Secure axle to lifting device.
3. Position the axle under the vehicle.
4. Install springs (3), retainer clip and bolts.
5. Raise axle and align it with the spring pads.
6. Position upper (4) and lower control arms (5) in the axle brackets. Install bolts, nuts and align the suspension alignment cams to the reference marks. Do not tighten at this time.
7. Connect track bar (6) to the axle bracket and install the bolt. Do not tighten at this time.
8. Install shock absorber (2) and stabilizer bar (1)
9. Install drag link and tie rod to the steering knuckles.
10. Install ABS wheel speed sensors.
11. Install rotors and brake calipers.
12. Connect the axle vent hose.
13. Install front propeller shaft.
14. With vehicle on the ground, tighten upper control arm nuts at axle to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.). Tighten upper control arm nuts at frame to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).
15. With vehicle on the ground, tighten lower control arm nuts at axle to 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.). Tighten the lower control arm nuts at frame to 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.).
16. Tighten track bar bolt at the axle bracket to 176 Nm (130 ft. lbs.).
17. Check front wheel alignment.