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C3500 HD









^ Tool Required:
- J 6627-A Tie Rod Remover
- Or Equivalent

REMOVAL

NOTE: Raise the vehicle and support it with suitable safety stands.





Remove or disconnect the following:
1. Tire and wheel assembly.
2. Nut (199) and washer (198).
3. Stabilizer shaft (248) from the stabilizer link (200).
- Use J 6627-A to separate the stabilizer link from the stabilizer end.
4. Nuts (199), washers (198), clamp bolts (251), and clamps (250).
5. Stabilizer shaft (248) from the axle.
6. Insulator (249) from the stabilizer shaft (248).
7. Nut (220), retainer (201) insulator (202).
8. Stabilizer link (200) from the frame bracket.
- Pull the link from the bracket. Another insulator (202) and retainer (201) will come off the link.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion Inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

Install or connect the following:
1. Stabilizer link (200) to the frame bracket.
- Slide a retainer (201) and an insulator (202) on to the link and insert the link into the proper hole in the frame bracket.
2. Insulator (202), retainer (201) and nut (220). Tighten (220) until the distance between each retainer is 38 mm (1.5 inches).
3. Stabilizer shaft to the front axle (241).
4. Insulators (249) onto the stabilizer shaft.
5. Clamps (250), clamp bolts (251), washers (198) and nuts (199). Tighten (199) to 29 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
6. Stabilizer shaft to the stabilizer link.
7. Washer (198) and nut (199). Tighten (199) to 68 Nm (50 ft. lbs.).
8. Tire and wheel assembly.
9. Lower the vehicle.

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