Engine Cradle

INSTALLATION





1. Install the sway bar onto the engine cradle as necessary. Front Stabilizer Bar - Installation
2. Install the lower control arms as necessary. Front Lower Control Arm - Installation
3. Raise the engine cradle into position guiding the engine mount bolts into the engine cradle slots.
4. Install the four engine cradle bolts (1 AND 2).
5. Align the engine cradle to the marks made during removal and tighten the front bolts (1) to 203 Nm (150 ft. lbs.).
6. Tighten the rear bolts (2) to 122 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).





7. Install the steering gear as necessary. Steering Gear - Installation
8. Lower the engine fully onto the engine mounts.





9. Tighten the engine mount bolts to 111 Nm (82 ft. lbs.).

On 4WD models:





1. Position the front differential into the vehicle and install the bolts.
2. Tighten the rear bolt to 102 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).





3. Tighten the right differential bolt to 102 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).





4. Tighten the front differential front bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).





5. Install the propeller shaft as necessary. Drive Shaft - Installation
6. Install the right halfshaft onto the differential.
7. Connect the electrical connector (1) (if equipped) and the vent hose (2).





8. Install the lower clevis bolts and tighten to 169 Nm (125 ft. lbs.).





9. Install the knuckles (1) and install the halfshaft nut (3). (if equipped)
10. Tighten the halfshaft nut (3) to 251 Nm (185 ft. lbs.). (if equipped)
11. Install the lower ball joint into the knuckle.
12. Install the lower ball joint nut (4) and tighten the nut to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the upper ball joint into the knuckle.
14. Install the upper ball joint nut (2). Tighten the nut to 81 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
15. Install the outer tie rod end into the steering knuckle.
16. Tighten the ball stud nut (5) on the ball stud to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).





17. Connect the speed sensor electrical connectors (2) and fasten the harness support clips (1) fully.
18. Install the rotors. Brake Rotor - Installation
19. Check and fill the front differential as necessary.
20. Install the front skid plates. Skid Plate - Installation
21. Check and adjust front wheel alignment as necessary. Service and Repair