Suspension: Service Precautions

WHEELS AND TIRES REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not mentioned. When a wheel is removed, tighten it to 89 - 117 Nm (66 - 86 ft. lbs.).

SUSPENSION LINKS REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Tighten any part of the suspension that uses rubber bushings only after the vehicle has been lowered and unloaded.

NOTE: Unloaded... Fuel tank full; engine coolant and engine oil at specified levels; spare tire, jack, and tools in designated position.

BRAKE PIPE FLARE NUTS
Tighten the brake pipe flare nut by using the Special Service Tool (SST) (49 0259 770B). be sure to modify the brake pipe flare nut tightening torque to allow for use of a torque wrench-SST combination.

POWER STEERING COMPONENTS
If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected anytime during the procedure add ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron (R) II, bleed the fluid line(s), and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.