Installation

INSTALLATION

Special Tools:










1. Lift the axle into vehicle.





2. Install the front axle tube bushing mounting bolt and nut (1) in the RH axle bracket (2) and tighten to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
3. Install frame dampener (4) and bolts (3) and tighten to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the front axle cover bushing bolt (2) and front axle pinion nose bushing bolt (1) and tighten to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).

5. Install front axle vent tube and ensure orientation is correct. Vent Tube needs to be fully seated to vent nipple and then can be orientated to correct position.




6. Using axle seal protector , install both axle shafts into the axle carefully avoiding damage to axle seals.





7. Install both axle shafts into the steering knuckles (2), and hub bearing.





8. Install the upper ball joints into the steering knuckles (2) and tighten nuts (1) to specifications.
9. Install both brake calipers. Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.





10. Install the tie rod ends (1) on the steering knuckles (2) and tighten to specifications.
11. Align the shock clevises (1) with the lower control arms and install the clevis brackets. Front Shock Absorber - Installation.
12. Install the stabilizer bar links (1) and tighten bolts (2) to specifications.





13. Install the half shaft (2) hub nuts (1) and tighten to 310 Nm (229 ft. lbs.).





14. Install the propeller shaft (1) with reference marks (3) aligned.

NOTE: Clean propeller shaft bolts and apply Mopar Lock & Seal Adhesive or equivalent to the threads before installation.

15. Install the propeller shaft bolts and tighten to specifications.
16. Install the front wheel and tire assemblies.
17. Fill the differential with gear lubricant. .
18. Install fill plug and tighten to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
19. Install the skid plate, if equipped.
20. Pump brake pedal until caliper pistons and brake pads are seated and a firm brake pedal is obtained.