On-Vehicle Service

Important:
The driveline components in this vehicle have been factory system-balanced. System balance provides a smoother running driveline operation. However, it is essential that the positions of all driveline components relative to the propeller shaft and axles be observed and accurately reference marked prior to disassembly. These components include - the propeller shafts, drive axles, pinion flanges, output shafts, etc. All components must be reassembled in the exact relationship to each other as they were when removed. Specifications and torque values, as well as any measurements made prior to disassembly, must be followed to maintain the factory balance.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist and support the-rear axle to relieve the tension from the leaf springs.
2. The wheel and tire from the vehicle.
3. The propeller shaft from the vehicle.
4. The parking brake cable.
5. The vent tube from the axle.
6. The rear brake lines from the axle.
7. The lower portion of the shock absorber from the axle.
8. The leaf springs from the vehicle.
9. The rear axle from the vehicle.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. The rear axle to the vehicle.
2. The leaf springs to the vehicle.
3. The shock absorber to the vehicle.
4. The rear brake lines to the axle.
5. The parking brake cable.
6. The propeller shaft to-the vehicle.
7. Wheel and tire to the vehicle.
8. Lower the vehicle.