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Body / Frame Mount Bushing: Service and Repair

BODY ISOLATORS

NOTE: Quad Cab model shown in the illustration. Body isolators for Regular cab models are similar.

REMOVAL




1. Loosen all cab to frame mounting bolts (5) (six Regular cab, eight Quad Cab).
2. Remove the mounting bolts and rebound cushions (3) as necessary.

NOTE: If servicing the rear isolators (2), remove the reinforcement plates (6) and the washers (4).

3. Using a floor jack and wooden block under the cab sill (1), lift the body to gain access to the isolators and remove the isolators as necessary.

INSTALLATION




1. Position the isolators (2) under the cab as necessary.

CAUTION: If servicing the rear isolators, install the reinforcement plates (6) and the washers (4).

2. Lower the cab onto the isolators and install the mounting bolts (5) and rebound cushions (3) as necessary (six Regular cab, eight Quad Cab).
3. Tighten the mounting bolts to 81 N.m (60 ft.lbs.).