Removal

REMOVAL





NOTE: Procedure is the same for a 4x2 tube axle except for propeller shaft and axle vent removal.

1. With transmission in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
2. Position and secure a lift under the axle.
3. Mark an installation reference line across the front propeller shaft flange (1) and the axle flange (2).




4. Disconnect Tru-Lok wiring connectors (1,2) and axle vent hose.




5. Remove brake calipers and rotors.
6. Remove wheel speed sensors (1) from hub bearings.
7. Remove brake lines and sensor wiring from axle.




8. Remove stabilizer bar links (1) from axle brackets (2).




9. Remove shock absorbers (1) from axle brackets (2).




10. Remove track bar bolt (1) and track bar (2) from axle bracket.




11. Remove steering damper (1) from axle bracket (2).




12. Remove drag link (1) and tie rod ends (2) from steering knuckles.




13. Remove upper control arms (1) from axle brackets (2).




14. Mark lower control arm cams (1) for installation reference and loosen nuts (2).
15. Lower axle enough to remove coil springs from axle.
16. Remove lower control arm bolts remove axle from vehicle.