Installation

4X4 (LD)




1. Position the lower control arm (2) at the frame rail brackets. Install the pivot bolts (1) and nuts. Tighten the nuts finger-tight.

CAUTION: The ball joint stud taper must be CLEAN and DRY before installing the knuckle. Clean the stud taper with mineral spirits to remove dirt and grease.

2. Insert the lower ball joint stud into the steering knuckle. Install and tighten the retaining nut to 52 Nm (38 ft. lbs.) (on 1500 series only an additional 90� turn is required).
3. Install shock absorber lower bolt/nut (7) and tighten to 210 Nm (155 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the front halfshaft.
5. Insert the upper ball joint into the steering knuckle. Install and tighten the retaining nut to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.)(on 1500 series only an additional 90� turn is required).
6. Install the stabilizer bar link (4).
7. Tighten the lower control arm front pivot nut to 204 Nm (150 ft. lbs.). Tighten rear pivot bolt to 204 Nm (150 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
10. Perform a wheel alignment.