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SUSPENSION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1FRONT SUSPENSION - 4x2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
FRONT SUSPENSION - 4x4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4REAR SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ALIGNMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2SERVICE PROCEDURES
SUSPENSION HEIGHT- 4x4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
WHEEL ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SPECIFICATIONSALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
DESCRIPTIONWheel alignment involves the correct positioning of
the wheels in relation to the vehicle. The positioning
i s a c com p li s h ed t h r o ug h s u s pe n si on a n d s t e er i n g
l in k a g e a d ju s t men t s . An a l i gn m en t i s con s id er ed
essential for efficient steering, good directional stabil-
i t y a n d t o m i n i m iz e t i r e w e a r . Th e m o s t i m por t a n t
m ea s u r em en t s of a n a l i gn m en t a r e ca s t e r, ca m b er
and toe (Fig. 1).
CAUTION: Never attempt to modify suspension orsteering components by heating or bending.
NOTE: Periodic lubrication of the front suspension/
steering system components may be required. Rub-ber bushings must never be lubricated. Refer toGroup 0, Lubrication And Maintenance for the rec-ommended maintenance schedule.
OPERATION
CASTER i s t h e f or w a r d or r ea r w a r d t i l t of t h esteering knuckle from vertical . Tilt ing t he t op of the
knuckle forwa rd provides negative cast er. Tilt ing t he
top of the knuckle rearward provides positive caster.P os i t iv e ca s t e r p r om ot e s d i r ect i on a l s t a bi l it y. Th i s
a n g l e e n a bl es t h e f r on t w h e el s t o r e t u r n t o a s t r a i g h t
a h e a d p o s i t i o n a f t e r t u r n s .
CAMBER i s t h e i n w a r d o r o u t w a r d t i l t o f t h ewh eel relat ive to t he center of the vehicle. Tilt ing t he
t o p o f t h e w h e e l i n w a r d p r ov i de s n e g a t i v e ca m be r.
Tilting t he t op of the wheel outwa rd provides positive
ca m b er. I n cor r ect ca m b er w i l l ca u s e w e a r on t h e
inside or outside edge of the t ire.
TOE i s t h e d i ff er en ce b et w e en t h e l ea d i n gi n si de ed g es a n d t r a i li n g i n si de ed g es of t h e f r on t
tires. Wheel t oe position out of specificat ion causes
u n st a b l e s t eer i ng , u n ev en t i r e w e a r a n d s t eer i ngwh eel off- center. The wheel toe position is the finalfront wheel al ignment adjustment.
THRUST ANGLE i s t h e a n g l e o f t h e r e a r a x l er e la t i ve t o t h e ce n t er l in e of t h e v eh i cl e. I n c or r e ct
thrust angle can cause off-center steering and exces-
sive t ire wear. This angle is not adjustable, damaged
component(s) must be replaced t o correct the thrust
angle.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTIONB e f or e s t a r t i n g w h e el a l i gn m en t , t h e f ol low i n g
inspection an d necessary corrections must be com-
p le t ed . R ef er t o S u s pen s ion a n d S t e er i ng S y s t em
Di a g n o si s C h a r t f or a d d i t i on a l i n for m a t i o n .(1) I n s p ect t i r es f or s i ze , a i r p r es s u r e a n d t r e a d
w e a r .
(2) Inspect front wheel bearings for wear.
(3) Inspect front wheels for excessive radial or lat-
e r a l r u n o u t a n d ba l a n c e .
(4) I n s pe ct b a l l s t u ds , l in k a g e p iv ot p oi n t s a n d
steering gear for looseness, roughness or binding.
(5) I n s p ect s u s pe n si on com p on e n t s f or w e a r a n d
noise.
(6) On 4x4 vehicles check suspension height.
(7) Road test the vehicle.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
FRONT END NOISE 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.
2. Loose or worn steering orsuspension components.
2. Tighten or replace components asnecessary.
3. Lower ball joint (4x4). 3. Gease joint and perform diagnosis and
testing.
EXCESSIVE PLAY INSTEERING
1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.
2. Loose or worn steering or
suspension components.
2. Tighten or replace components as
necessary.
3. Loose or worn steering gear. 3. Adjust or replace steering gear.
FRONT WHEELS SHIMMY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.
2. Loose or worn steering or
suspension components.
2. Tighten or replace components as
necessary.
3. Tires worn or out of balance. 3. Replace or balance tires.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.
VEHICLE INSTABILITY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.
2. Loose or worn steering orsuspension components.
2. Tighten or replace components asnecessary.
3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.
Fig. 1 Wheel Alignment Measurements1 FRONT OF VEHICLE
2 STEERING AXIS INCLINATION
3 PIVOT POINT
4 TOE-IN
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CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
EXCESSIVE STEERINGEFFORT
1. Loose or worn steering gear. 1. Adjust or replace steering gear.
2. Column coupler binding. 2. Replace coupler.
3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.
VEHICLE PULLS TO ONESIDE
1. Tire pressure. 1. Adjust tire pressure.
2. Alignment. 2. Align vehicle to specifications.
3. Loose or worn steering orsuspension components.
3. Tighten or replace components asnecessary.
4. Radial tire lead. 4. Rotate or replace tire as necessary.
5. Brake pull. 5. Repair brake as necessary.
6. Weak or broken spring. 6. Replace spring.
7. Ride height 4WD only. 7. Measure and adjust ride height.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
SUSPENSION HEIGHT- 4x4The vehicle suspension height must be mea sured
a n d a d ju st e d i f n e ce ss a r y bef or e p er f or m i n g w h e e l
alignment on a 4x4 vehicle. Also when front suspen-
s i on com p on e n t s h a v e be r e pl a ce d . Th i s m e a s u r e
m u s t be p er f or m e d w i t h t h e v eh i cl e s u pp or t i n g i t s
o w n w e i g h t a n d t a k e n o n bo t h s i d e s o f t h e v e h i c l e .
HEIGHT MEASUREMENT
(1) I n s p ect t i r es f or t h e cor r e ct s i ze a n d a i r p r es -
sure.(2) J ounce the front of th e vehicle.
(3) M e a s u r e a n d r e cor d t h e d i s t a n ce bet w e e n t h e
g r o u n d a n d t h e c e n t e r o f t h e l o w e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m
rear mounting bolt head (Fig. 2).
(4) M e a s u r e a n d r e cor d t h e d i s t a n ce bet w e e n t h e
ground and the center of the front wheel (Fig. 2).
(5) S u bt r a c t t h e f ir s t m e a s u r em e n t f r om t h e s ec-
on d m e a s u r em e n t . Th e d i ff er e n ce bet w e e n t h e t w o
measurement should be 47 mm (1.85 inches) 3.25
mm (0.125 inches).
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To a d ju s t t h e v eh i cl e h e i g h t t u r n t h e t o r si on ba ra d ju s t me nt b ol t C L O C K WI S E t o r a i s e t h e v eh i cl e
and COUNTER CLOCKWISE to lower the vehicle.
CAUTION: ALWAYS raise the vehicle to the correctsuspension height, NEVER lower the vehicle toobtain the correct suspension height. If the vehiclesuspension height is too high, lower the vehicle
below the height specification. Then raise the vehi-cle to the correct suspension height specification.
This will insure the vehicle maintains the propersuspension height.
NOTE: If a height adjustment has been made, per-form height measurement again on both sides of
the vehicle.
Fig. 2 Height Measurement
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
NOTE: 4x4 suspension height measurement must
be performed before alignment.
CAMBER AND CASTER ADJUSTMENT
C a m ber a n d ca s t er a n g le a d ju st m en t s i nv ol ve
ch a n g i n g t h e p os i t ion of t h e u p pe r s u s pe n si on a r m
pivot bar (Fig. 3).
NOTE: On 4x2 vehicles use Alignment Tool 8393 foralignment. The tool attaches to the pivot bar on the
upper control arm.
CASTER
Moving the rear position of the pivot bar in or out,
wil l change the caster angle significantly and camber
a n g l e on l y s li gh t l y. To m a i n t a i n t h e ca m b er a n g l e
while adjusting caster, move the rear of the pivot bar
i n or ou t . Th en m ov e t h e f ron t of t h e pi vot b a r
sl ightly in the opposite direction.
Fo r e x a m p le , t o i n c r ea s e a p os i t iv e c a s t e r a n g l e ,
m ov e t h e r ea r pos it ion of t h e piv ot b a r i nw a r d
(toward the engine). Move the front of pivot bar out-
w a r d (a w a y f r o m t h e e n g i n e ) s l i g h t l y u n t i l t h e o r i g i -
n a l c a m be r a n g l e i s o bt a i n e d .
CAMBER
Move the front of the pivot bar in or out. This wil l
ch a n g e t h e ca m b er a n g l e s ig n if ica n t l y a n d ca s t e r
an gle sl ightly.
Af t er a d ju s t me nt i s m a d e t i gh t e n t h e p iv ot b a r
nuts to proper torque specification.
TOE ADJUSTMENT
Th e w h e el t oe p os it i on a d ju s t me nt i s t h e f in a l
adjustment.
(1) S t a r t t h e en gi ne a n d t u rn w h eel s b ot h w a y s
bef or e s t r a i g h t e n in g t h e w h e e ls . Se cu r e t h e s t e er i n g
w h e el w i t h t h e f r on t w h e el s i n t h e s t r a i gh t -a h e a d
position.
(2) Loosen the t ie rod jam nuts.
NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted for
one-half of the total toe position specification. Thiswill ensure the steering wheel will be centered
when the wheels are positioned straight-ahead.
(3) Adjust the w heel toe position by t urning t he t ie
rod as necessary (Fig. 4).
(4) Ti g h t en t h e t i e r o d ja m n u t t o 7 5 N m (55 f t .lbs.).
(5) Verify the specifications.
(6) Turn off engin e.
Fig. 3 Caster & Camber Adjustment-Typical1 PIVOT BAR
2 + CASTER
3 + CAMBER
4 UPPER ARM SUSPENSION
Fig. 4 Toe Adjustment1 JAM NUT
2 TIE ROD
3 TIE ROD END
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SPECIFICATIONS
ALIGNMENT
VEHICLE WHEEL BASE CASTER ( 0.50) CAMBER ( 0.50) TOTAL TOE (
0.06)
4x2111.9 2.99 0.25 0.10
130.9 3.13 0.25 0.10
4x4111.9 3.16 0.25 0.10
130.9 3.27 0.25 0.10
MAXIMUM RT to LT DIFFERENCE 0.50 0.50 0.06
DAKOTA RT
VEHICLE WHEEL BASE CASTER ( 0.50) CAMBER ( 0.50) TOTAL TOE ( 0.06)
4x2111.9 3.67 0.34 0.10
130.9 3.81 0.34 0.10
MAXIMUM RT to LT DIFFERENCE 0.50 0.50 0.06
NOTE: All alignment specifications are in degrees.
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FRONT SUSPENSION - 4x2
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONFRONT SUSPENSION - 4X2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SHOCK ABSORBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6COIL SPRINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7STEERING KNUCKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7SUSPENSION ARMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7STABILIZER BAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGLOWER BALL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7UPPER BALL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8SHOCK DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSHOCK ABSORBER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
COIL SPRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8STEERING KNUCKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
LOWER SUSPENSION ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10UPPER SUSPENSION ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11HUB/BEARING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11WHEEL MOUNTING STUDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
SPECIAL TOOLSFRONT SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
FRONT SUSPENSION - 4X2
DESCRIPTION
Th e f r on t s u sp en s ion i s d es ig n ed t o a l l ow e a ch
w h e el t o a d a p t t o d if fe re nt r oa d s u rf a ce s i n de pe n-
d e n t l y . T h e w h e e l s a r e m o u n t e d t o h u b be a r i n g s o n
the cast iron steering knuckle spindles. The double-
r o w h u b be a r i n g s a r e s e a l e d a n d l u br i c a t e d f o r l i f e .
The steering knuckles turn (pivot) on ball joints riv-eted to the outboard portion of the suspension arms.
The ball joints are lubricated for l i fe.
The 4x2 front suspension is comprised of (Fig. 1) :
CAUTION: Components attached with a nut and
cotter pin must be torqued to specification. Then ifthe slot in the nut does not line up with the cotterpin hole, tighten nut until it is aligned. Never loosenthe nut to align the cotter pin hole.
CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber/
urethane bushings (except stabilizer bar) should betightened with the vehicle at normal ride height. It isimportant to have the springs supporting the weightof the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. If
springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicleride comfort could be affected and premature bush-ing wear may occur.
Shock absorbers
Coil springs
Suspension arms
St a bi l i z e r ba r
J ounce/Rebound B umpers
Steering Knuckle
SHOCK ABSORBERS
DESCRIPTION
The top of the low-pressure gas charged shock are
b ol t ed t o t h e f r a m e. Th e b ot t om of t h e s h ock a r e
bolted to the lower suspension arm.
OPERATION
The shock absorbers dam pen jounce a nd rebound
of the vehicle over various road conditions.
Fig. 1 Front Suspension - 4X21 UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
2 STEERING KNUCKLE
3 COIL SPRING
4 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
5 STABILIZER BAR
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COIL SPRINGS
DESCRIPTION
The springs mount between t he lower suspension
a r m s a n d f r a m e r a i l s p r i n g s e a t s . A r u bbe r i s o l a t o r
seats on top off the spring to help prevent noise.
OPERATION
Th e coi l s p r i n g s c on t r o l r i d e q u a l i t y a n d m a i n t a i n
proper ride h eight.
STEERING KNUCKLE
DESCRIPTION
The knuckle is a single casting with legs machined
for the upper and lower ball joints. The knuckle also
has machined mounting locations for the front brake
c a l i p e r s a n d h u b be a r i n g .
OPERATIONThe steering knuckle pivot between the upper and
l ow e r b a l l joi n t . S t e er i ng l in k a g e a t t a c h ed t o t h e
knuckle al lows the vehicle to be steered.
SUSPENSION ARMS
DESCRIPTION
The upper suspension arm bolts on frame brackets
t h r ou g h t h e a r m p iv ot s h a f t . Th e f r a m e b r a c ke t s
h a ve s lot t ed h oles w h ich a l low t h e a r ms t o b e
a d ju st e d f o r c a s t e r a n d ca m be r. P i v ot s h a f t bu s h in g s
are not replaceable.The lower suspension arms bolt to the lower frame
brackets and pivot through bushings, these bushings
are not replaceable.
The suspension arms have lube for l i fe riveted ball
studs. The suspension arm travel (jounce) is l imited
t h r ou gh t h e u se of u ret h a n e b um per s. R eb ou n d
travel is l imited by the shock absorber.
STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
T h e ba r e x t e n d s a c r o s s t h e f r o n t u n d e r s i d e o f t h e
ch a s s is a n d m ou n t s on t h e f r a m e r a i l s. L i nk s con -n e c t e d t h e ba r t o t h e l o w e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m s . St a bi -
l iz er b a r m ou n t s a r e i sol a t e d b y r u bb er b us h in g s.
L i n k s a r e i s ol a t e d w i t h r u bbe r g r o m m et s .
OPERATION
The st abil izer bar is used to minimize vehicle front
sway during turns. The spring steel bar helps to con-
t r o l t h e v eh i cl e bo d y i n r e la t i o n sh i p t o t h e s u s pe n -
sion.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
LOWER BALL JOINT(1) Raise t he front of t he vehicle. Pla ce safety floor
s t a n d s u n d e r bo t h l o w e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m s a s f a r o u t -
b oa r d a s p os si bl e. L ow e r t h e v eh i cl e t o a l l ow t h e
stands to support some or al l of the vehicle weight.
NOTE: The upper suspension arms must not con-tact the rebound bumpers.
(2) Remove the t ire and wheel assemblies.
(3) Mount a dial indicat or solidly under t he lower
suspension arm.
(4) P os i t ion i n d ica t or p lu n g er a g a i n s t t h e bot t o m
of the steering knuckle lower ball joint boss.
NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpen-dicular to the machined surface of the steering
knuckle lower ball joint boss (Fig. 2).
(5) P os it i on a p ry b a r ov er t h e t op of t h e u pp ersuspension arm and under the pivot bar of the upper
s u s p e n s i o n a r m . P r y d o w n o n t h e u p p e r s u s p e n s i o n
a r m a n d t h e n z e r o t h e d i a l i n d i c a t o r .
(6) Reposition the pry bar under t he upper suspen-
s i o n a r m a n d o n t o p o f t h e f r a m e r a i l . P r y u p o n t h e
u p p e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m a n d r e c o r d t h e d i a l i n d i c a t o r
reading.
(7) I f t h e t r a v el e xce ed s 1. 52 m m (0. 060 i n .),
replace the lower suspension arm.
Fig. 2 Lower Ball Joint Boss1 BALL JOINT BOSS
2 STEERING KNUCKLE
3 DIAL INDICATOR
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UPPER BALL JOINT(1) P os i t ion a f loor ja c k u n d er t h e l ow e r s u s pe n -
s ion a r m. R a is e t h e w h eel a n d a l low t h e t ir e t o
lightly contact the floor (vehicle weight relieved from
the t ire).
(2) Mount a dial indicator solidly on th e upper sus-
pension arm.(3) P o si t ion t h e i nd ica t or pl un ger a g a i ns t t h e
upper ball joint boss of the steering knuckle.
(4) G r a s p t h e t o p of t h e t i r e a n d a p p ly f o r ce i n a n d
out. Look for movement at the ball joint between the
upper suspension arm and steering knuckle.
(5) I f l a t e ra l m ov em en t i s g r ea t e r t h a n 1. 52 m m
(0.060 in.), replace upper suspension arm.
SHOCK DIAGNOSISA knocking or ra tt l ing noise from a shock absorber
m a y b e ca u s ed b y m ov em en t b et w e en m ou n t in g
b u sh i ng s a n d m et a l b r a ck et s or a t t a ch i ng com po-
nents. These noises can usually be stopped by t ight-en in g t h e a t t a ch in g n ut s. I f t h e n ois e per sis ts ,
i n s p e c t f o r d a m a g e d a n d w o r n bu s h i n g s , a n d a t t a c h -
i n g c o m p o n e n t s . R e p a i r a s n e c e s s a r y i f a n y o f t h e s e
conditions exist.
A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may be
ca u s e d by t h e h y d r a u l i c va l v i n g a n d m a y be i n t er m i t -
t e n t . Th i s c on d i t i on i s n o t r e pa i r a bl e a n d t h e s h ock
absorber must be replaced.
Th e s h ock a bs or ber s a r e n ot r e fi ll a bl e o r a d ju st -
a b l e. I f a m a l fu n ct i on occu r s, t h e s h ock a b s or b er
must be replaced. To test a shock a bsorber, hold it in
an upright position and force the piston in and out of
the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout
each stroke should be smooth and even.
Th e s h ock a bs or ber bu s h in g s d o n o t r e q u ir e a n y
t y p e o f l u br ica t i on . Do n o t a t t e m pt t o s t o p bu s h i n g
n oi se b y l ub r ica t i n g t h em . G r e a s e a n d m i ne ra l oi l-
ba s e l u br i ca n t s w i l l d e t e r ior a t e t h e bu s h in g .
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SHOCK ABSORBER
REM OVAL
(1) R em ov e t h e u pp er s h ock n u t , r et a i n er a n d
grommet from the shock absorber stud (Fig. 3).
(2) Raise and support the vehicle.
(3) Remove th e lower mounting bolts a nd remove
s h ock a bs or ber t h r o ug h t h e l ow e r s u s pe n si on a r m
(Fig. 3).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Upper shock nut must be replaced or use
Mopar Lock N Seal or Loctite 242 on existing nut.
(1) I n s t a l l t h e l ow e r r e t a i n er (lower retainer isstamped with a L) a n d g r om m et on t h e s hockabsorber stud and extend the shock. Insert the shock
a b sor ber t h r ou gh t h e l ow e r s us pen si on a r m a n d
upper mounting hole.
(2) I n s t a l l t h e l ow e r m o u n t i n g bol t s a n d t i g h t en t o
28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.).
(3) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
(4) Instal l the upper grommet and retainer (upperretainer is stamped with a U) on t h e s hocka bs o r be r s t u d . I n s t a l l a n e w n u t o r u s e M o p a r L o c k
N S eal or Locti te 242 on existing nut and t ighten to26 Nm (19 ft. lbs.).
COIL SPRING
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3 ) R e m o v e t h e s t a bi l i z e r ba r l i n k f r o m t h e l o w e r
suspension arm.
(4) Remove the shock absorber.
(5) Install Spring Compressor DD-1278 up through
t h e l ow e r s u sp en s ion a r m , coi l s pr i ng a n d u pp er
shock mounting hole (Fig. 4).
(6) Tighten the tool lower nut to compress the coil
spring.
(7) R e m ov e t h e l ow e r ba l l joi n t n u t a n d s ep a r a t e
t h e b a ll join t fr om t h e k nu ck le w it h R em over
C-4150A (Fig. 5).
(8) L oos en t h e s pr i ng com pr es sor l ow e r n u t t o
relieve spring tension.
(9) R e m ov e t h e t o ol a n d p u ll d ow n on t h e l ow e r
suspension arm to remove the spring.
Fig. 3 Front Shock Absorber1 RETAINER
2 GROMMET
3 SHOCK ABSORBER
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INSTALLATION
NOTE: The ramped or open end of the coil springis the bottom of the spring.
(1) Ta p e t h e i sol a t or p a d t o t h e t op of t h e coi l
s pr i n g . P os i t ion t h e s pr i n g i n t h e l ow e r s u s pe n si on
a r m p o c k e t . B e s u r e t h a t t h e c o i l s p r i n g i s s e a t e d i n
the pocket.
(2) Install Spring Compressor DD-1278 up through
t h e l ow e r s u s pe n si on a r m , coi l s pr i n g u p pe r s h ock
mounting hole.
(3) Ti gh t en t h e t ool n u t t o com pr es s t h e coi l
spring.
(4) Instal l the lower ball joint into the knuckle and
tighten the nut to 127 Nm (94 ft . lbs.). Instal l cotter
pin.
(5) Remove the spring compressor tool.
(6 ) I n s t a l l t h e s t a bi l i z e r ba r l i n k t o t h e l o w e r s u s -
pension arm and t ighten nut to 47 Nm (35 ft . lbs.).(7) Instal l the shock absorber.
(8) I n s t a l l t h e w h e e l a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(9) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
STEERING KNUCKLE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) R e m ov e d i sc br a k e ca l i pe r, r ot o r, s h i el d a n d
ABS speed sensor, refer to Group 5 Brakes.
(4) R em ov e t i e -r od f r om s t e er i n g k n u ck le a r m ,
refer to Group 19 Steering.(5) Remove th e hub/bearin g.
(6) Remove the shock absorber.
(7) Install Spring Compressor DD-1278 up through
t h e l ow e r s u sp en s ion a r m , coi l s pr i ng a n d u pp er
shock mounting hole (Fig. 4).
(8) Tighten the tool lower nut to compress the coil
spring.
(9) R e m ov e t h e l ow e r ba l l joi n t n u t a n d s ep a r a t e
t h e b a ll join t fr om t h e k nu ck le w it h R em over
C-4150A (Fig. 5).
(10) Remove the upper ball joint nut and separate
t h e b a ll join t fr om t h e k nu ck le w it h R em over
MB -991113 (F ig. 6).
CAUTION: When install Remover MB-991113 to sep-arate the ball joint, be careful not to damage theball joint seal.
(11) Remove steering knuckle.
Fig. 4 Spring Compressor1 COIL SPRING
2 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
3 SPRING COMPRESSOR
Fig. 5 Lower Ball Joint1 LOWER BALL JOINT
2 REMOVER
3 STEERING KNUCKLE
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INSTALLATION
(1) Position steering knuckle on upper an d lower
ball joints a nd inst al l nut s. Tighten lower nut to 127
Nm (94 ft. lbs.). Tighten upper nut to 81 Nm (60 ft.
l bs.) a n d i n s t a l l n e w cot t e r p in s .
(2) Remove the spring compressor.
(3) Instal l the shock absorber.
(4) Insta l l the hub/bearing.
(5) I n s t a l l AB S s pe ed s en s or , br a k e d u s t s h i el d ,
r ot o r a n d ca l i p er, r e fe r t o G r ou p 5 B r a k es .
(6) Instal l t ie rod to steering knuckle arm, refer toGroup 19 Steering.
(7) I n s t a l l t h e w h e el a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(8) Remove support and lower the vehicle
LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
REM OVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) Remove disc brake caliper and rotor from steer-
i n g k n u c kl e, r e fe r t o G r ou p 5 B r a k es .
(4) Remove shock absorber.
(5) Remove stabil izer bar l ink from the lower sus-pension arm.
(6) Remove the coil spring.
(7) Remove lower suspension arm mounting bolts
(Fi g . 7 ) fr om t h e f r a m e m o u n t s a n d r e m ov e t h e a r m .
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Frame mounting bolts must be installed
to their original location and orientation to avoiddamaging the steering rack boots.
(1) L oos ely a t t a ch s us pen sion a r m t o fr a memounts.
(2) Instal l the coil spring.
(3) Instal l the shock absorber.
(4 ) I n s t a l l s t a bi l i z e r ba r l i n k t o t h e l o w e r s u s p e n -
s i o n a r m a n d t i g h t e n n u t t o 4 7 N m (3 5 f t . l bs .)
(5) Instal l brake rotor and caliper, refer to Group 5
B r a k e s .
(6) I n s t a l l w h e e l a n d t i r e a s s em bly.
(7) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
(8) Ti g h t en t h e f r on t s u s pe n si on a r m m ou n t i n g
nut to 175 Nm (130 ft . lbs.) and the rear nut to 108
Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) Remove brake hose bracket from the arm.
(4) P os it i on a h y d ra u l ic j a ck u n d er t h e a r m a n d
raise the jack to unload the rebound bumper.
(5) R em ov e cot t e r p in a n d n u t f r om u pp er b a l l
joint.
(6) Separa te upper ba ll joint from steering knuckle
with Remover MB-991113 (Fig. 6).
CAUTION: When installing Remover MB-991113 toseparate the ball joint, be careful not to damage theball joint seal.
(7) R em ov e s u s pe n si on a r m p iv ot ba r m ou n t i n g
nuts and remove suspension arm (Fig. 8).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Before installation, insure pivot bar adjust-ment bolts are in their original location (Fig. 8).
Fig. 6 Upper Ball Joint1 UPPER BALL JOINT
2 REMOVER
3 KNUCKLE
Fig. 7 Lower Suspension Arm1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
2 FRAME MOUNTS
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(1) P os i t ion s u s pe n si on a r m p iv ot ba r on a d ju st -
ment bolts. Instal l nuts and t ighten to 210 Nm (155
ft. lbs.).
(2) Position steering knuckle on upper ball joint.
Ti g h t en t h e u p pe r ba l l joi n t n u t t o 81 N m (60 f t .
l bs .) a n d i n s t a l l a n e w c o t t e r p i n .(3) I n s t a l l t h e w h e el a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(4) Remove support and lower vehicle.
(5) Align front end to specifications.
STABILIZER BAR
REM OVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the upper l ink nut, retainer and grom-
met from each l ink.
(3) Remove the lower l ink nut from the lower sus-
pension arm on each side (Fig. 9).
(4) R e m ov e t h e s t a b il iz er b a r r et a i n er b ol t s a n dr em ov e t h e r et a i ner s a n d s t a bi li zer b a r f rom t h e
vehicle.
(5) Remove the bushings from the stabil izer bar.
INSTALLATION
(1) I n s t a l l t h e bu sh i n g s o n t h e s t a bi li z er ba r .
(2) I ns t a ll t h e s t a bi li zer b a r on t h e f ra m e a n d
i n s t a l l t h e r e t a i n e r s a n d t h e bo l t s .
(3) Tighten the bolts to 60 Nm (45 ft . lbs.).
NOTE: Ensure the bar is center with equal spacingon both sides.
(4) I n s t a l l t h e l i n k l o w e r r e t a i n e r a n d g r om m e t o n
the l inks.
(5) I n st a l l t h e l in ks i nt o t h e s t a bi li zer b a r a n d
lower suspension arm on each side.
(6) Instal l the lower l ink mounting nut and t ighten
to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
NOTE: Ensure both link end caps are facingstraight forward.
(7) I n s t a l l t h e u pp er l in k g r om m et , r et a i n er a n d
nut and t ighten to 37 Nm (27 ft . lbs.).
(8) Remove support and lower vehicle.
HUB/BEARING
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) R e m ov e br a k e ca l i p er, r ot o r, a n d AB S w h e e l
speed sensor i f equipped, refer to Group 5 Brakes.(4) R e m ov e h u b/bea r i n g s pi n d le n u t a n d d i sca r d
nut (Fig. 10).
CAUTION: The hub/bearing spindle nut can not bere-used.
(5) Slide hub/bearin g off spindle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Slide hub/bearin g on spindle.
Fig. 8 Upper Suspension Arm1 UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
2 STEERING KNUCKLE
3 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
Fig. 9 Stabilizer Bar1 RETAINER
2 GROMMET
3 STABILIZER LINK
4 STABILIZER BAR
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(2) Instal l new s pi nd le n u t a n d t i gh t en t o 251Nm (185 ft. lbs.).
(3) I n st a l l b r a k e r ot or, ca l i pe r, a n d AB S w h e el
speed sensor i f equipped, refer to Group 5 Brakes.
(4) I n s t a l l w h e el a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(5) Remove support and lower vehicle.
WHEEL MOUNTING STUDS
CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to remove wheelstuds.
REM OVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) R em ov e b r a k e ca l i pe r, ca l i pe r a d a p t e r a n d
rotor, refer to Group 5 Brakes for procedure.
(4) Remove stud from hub with Remover C-4150A
(Fig. 11).
INSTALLATION
(1 ) I n s t a l l n e w s t u d i n t o h u b f l a n g e .
(2) I n s t a l l t h r ee w a s h e r s on t o s t u d, t h en i n st a l l
lu g n u t w it h t h e f la t s id e of t h e n u t a g a in st t h ew a s h e r s .
(3) Ti gh t e n l ug n u t u n t il t h e s t u d i s p ul le d i n t o
t h e h ub f la n g e. Ver if y t h a t t h e s t ud i s p roper ly
s e a t e d i n t o t h e f l a n g e .
(4 ) R e m o v e l u g n u t a n d w a s h e r s .
(5) Instal l the brake rotor, cal iper adapter, and cal-
iper, refer to Group 5 Brakes for procedure.
(6) I n s t a l l w h e el a n d t i r e a s se mb ly, u s e n e w l ug
n u t o n s t u d o r s t u d s t h a t w e r e r e p l a c e d .
(7) Remove support and lower vehicle.
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
Shock Absorber
U p p er Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Nm (19 f t . l bs .)
L ow e r B ol t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Nm (21 f t . l bs .)
Lower Suspension Arm
Front Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Nm (130 ft . lbs.)
R e a r Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Nm (80 f t . l bs .)
B a l l J oi n t Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Nm (94 f t . l bs .)
Upper Suspension Arm
P i v ot S h a f t Nu t s . . . . . . . . 167 Nm (130 ft . l bs .)
P ivot S ha ft to Fra me Nuts . 210 Nm (155 ft . lbs.)
B a l l J oi n t Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Nm (60 f t . l bs .)
Stabilizer Bar
Link U pper Nut . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Nm (27 ft . lbs.)
L i n k B a l l St u d Nu t . . . . . . . . 47 Nm (35 ft . l bs .)
R e t a i n er B ol t s . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Nm (45 f t . l bs .)
Hub/Bearing
Spindle Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Nm (185 ft . lbs.)
Fig. 10 Hub/Bearing1 KNUCKLE
2 HUB/BEARING
3 SPINDLE NUT
Fig. 11 Wheel Stud Removal1 REMOVER
2 WHEEL STUD
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SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION
Compressor, Coil Spring DD-1278
Remover Ball Joint MB-991113
Remover Ball Joint C-4150A
Puller Tie Rod C-3894-A
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FRONT SUSPENSION - 4x4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONFRONT SUSPENSION - 4x4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
SHOCK ABSORBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14TORSION BARS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15STEERING KNUCKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15SUSPENSION ARMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGLOWER BALL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15UPPER BALL JOINT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15SHOCK DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SERVICE PROCEDURESLUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSHOCK ABSORBER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
TORSION BAR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17STEERING KNUCKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17LOWER SUSPENSION ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18UPPER SUSPENSION ARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
HUB/BEARING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21WHEEL MOUNTING STUDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
SPECIAL TOOLSFRONT SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
FRONT SUSPENSION - 4x4
DESCRIPTION
Th e f r on t s u sp en s ion i s d es ig n ed t o a l l ow e a ch
w h e el t o a d a p t t o d if fe re nt r oa d s u rf a ce s i n de pe n-
d e n t ly. Th e w h e el s a r e m ou n t e d t o h u b/bea r i n g s
units bolted to cast steering knuckle. The double-row
h u b be a r i n g s a r e s e a l e d a n d l u br i c a t e d f o r l i f e . T h e
s t e er i n g k n u ck l es t u r n (p iv ot ) on ba l l joi n t s . Th eupper ball joint is r iveted to the outboard portion of
the suspension arm and lubricated for l i fe. The lower
ba l l joi n t i s p r es s ed i n t o t h e l ow e r s u s pe n si on a r m
and requires lubrication.
The 4x4 front suspension is comprised of (Fig. 1) :
Shock absorbers
Torsion-ba r sprin gs
Suspension arms
Steering knuckles
St a bi l i z e r ba r
J ounce/Rebou nd bum pers
CAUTION: Components attached with a nut andcotter pin must be torqued to specification. Then if
the slot in the nut does not line up with the cotterpin hole, tighten nut until it is aligned. Never loosenthe nut to align the cotter pin hole.
CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber/
urethane bushings (except stabilizer bar) should betightened with the vehicle at normal ride height. It isimportant to have the springs supporting the weightof the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. If
springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicleride comfort could be affected and premature bush-ing wear may occur.
SHOCK ABSORBERS
DESCRIPTION
The top of the low-pressure gas charged shock are
b ol t ed t o t h e f r a m e. Th e b ot t om of t h e s h ock a r e
bolted to the lower suspension arm.
Fig. 1 Front Suspension - 4x41 UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
2 SHOCK ABSORBER
3 STABILIZER BAR
4 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
5 TORSION BAR
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OPERATION
The shock a bsorbers da mpen jounce an d rebound
of the vehicle over various road conditions.
TORSION BARS
DESCRIPTIONThe front of the bar mounts to the back side of the
l ow e r s u sp en s ion a r m . Th e r ea r e nd of t h e b a r i s
m ou n t ed i n a a n ch or t h a t r es t s i n t h e f r a m e c r os s-
member.
OPERATION
Th e t o r si on ba r s a r e u s ed t o con t r o l r i d e h e ig h t
a n d r id e q u a li t y. Th e v eh icl e h ei gh t i s a d ju st ed
t h r o u g h a n a n c h o r a d ju s t m e n t bo l t t h a t i n c r e a s e s o r
d e c r e a s e s t h e a n g l e o f t h e t o r s i o n ba r . I n c r e a s i n g o r
d ecr ea s i n g t h e b a r a n g l e c ha n g es t h e a n g l e of t h e
suspension arms.
STEERING KNUCKLE
DESCRIPTION
The knuckle is a single casting with legs machined
for the upper and lower ball joints. The knuckle also
has machined mounting locations for the front brake
c a l i p e r s a n d h u b be a r i n g .
OPERATION
The steering knuckle pivot between the upper and
l ow e r b a l l joi n t . S t e er i ng l in k a g e a t t a c h ed t o t h e
knuckle al lows the vehicle to be steered.
SUSPENSION ARMS
DESCRIPTION
The upper suspension arm bolts on frame brackets
t h r ou g h t h e a r m p iv ot s h a f t . Th e f r a m e b r a c ke t s
h a ve s lot t ed h oles w h ich a l low t h e a r ms t o b e
a d ju st e d f o r c a s t e r a n d ca m be r. P i v ot s h a f t bu s h in g s
are not replaceable.
The lower suspension arms bolt to the lower frame
brackets and pivot through bushings, these bushings
are not replaceable.
The suspension arms have lube for l i fe riveted ballstuds. The suspension arm travel (jounce) is l imited
t h r ou gh t h e u se of u ret h a n e b um per s. R eb ou n d
travel is l imited by the shock absorber.
STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
T h e ba r e x t e n d s a c r o s s t h e f r o n t u n d e r s i d e o f t h e
chassis and connects to the frame crossmember. The
e n d s o f t h e ba r m o u n t t o t h e l o w e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m .
All mounting points of the stabil izer bar are isolated
by bushings.
OPERATION
The st abil izer ba r is used to minimize vehicle front
s w a y d u r in g t u r n s. Th e b a r h el ps t o m a i n t a i n a f la t
a t t i t u d e t o t h e r o a d s u r f a c e .
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
LOWER BALL JOINT
NOTE: If the ball joint is equipped with a lubrica-tion fitting, grease the joint then road test the vehi-
cle before performing test.
(1) Raise t he front of t he vehicle. Pla ce safety floor
s t a n d s u n d e r bo t h l o w e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m s a s f a r o u t -
b oa r d a s p os si bl e. L ow e r t h e v eh i cl e t o a l l ow t h e
stands to support some or al l of the vehicle weight.
NOTE: The upper suspension arms must not con-tact the rebound bumpers.
(2) Remove the t ire and wheel assemblies.
(3) Mount a dial indicator solidly to the underside
of the lower suspension arm.
(4) P os i t ion i n d ica t or p lu n g er a g a i n s t t h e bot t o m
surface of the steering knuckle lower ball joint boss.
NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpen-dicular to the machined surface of the steering
knuckle lower ball joint boss (Fig. 2).
(5) P os it i on a p ry b a r ov er t h e t op of t h e u pp er
suspension arm and under the pivot bar of the upper
s u s p e n s i o n a r m . P r y d o w n o n t h e u p p e r s u s p e n s i o n
a r m a n d t h e n z e r o t h e d i a l i n d i c a t o r .
(6) Reposition the pry bar under t he upper suspen-
sion ar m and on t op of th e jounce/rebound bracket.
P r y u p o n t h e u p p e r s u s p e n s i o n a r m a n d r e c o r d t h e
dial indicator reading.
(7) I f t h e t r a v el e xce ed s 1. 52 m m (0. 060 i n .),
replace the lower control arm.
UPPER BALL JOINT(1) P os i t ion a f loor ja c k u n d er t h e l ow e r s u s pe n -
s ion a r m. R a is e t h e w h eel a n d a l low t h e t i re t o
lightly contact the floor (vehicle weight relieved from
the t ire).
(2) Mount a dial indicator solidly on th e upper sus-
pension arm.
(3) Position the indicator plunger against the back
s id e of t h e u pper b a ll joi nt b os s of t h e s t eer in g
knuckle (Fig. 3).
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(4) G r a s p t h e t op of t h e t i re a n d pu ll ou t w a r d,
t h e n z er o t h e d i a l i n d ica t or .
(5) G r a s p t h e t o p of t h e t i r e a n d p us h i n w a r d a n d
record the dial indicator reading.
(6) I f l a t e ra l m ov em en t i s g r ea t e r t h a n 1. 52 m m
(0.060 in.), replace upper suspension arm.
SHOCK DIAGNOSISA knocking or rat t l ing noise from a shock a bsorber
m a y b e ca u s ed b y m ov em en t b et w e en m ou n ti ng
b u sh i ng s a n d m et a l b r a ck et s or a t t a ch i ng com po-
nents. These noises can usually be stopped by t ight-
en in g t h e a t t a ch in g n ut s. I f t h e n oi se per si st s,
i n s p e c t f o r d a m a g e d a n d w o r n bu s h i n g s , a n d a t t a c h -i n g c o m p o n e n t s . R e p a i r a s n e c e s s a r y i f a n y o f t h e s e
conditions exist.
A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may be
ca u s e d by t h e h y d r a u l i c va l v i n g a n d m a y be i n t er m i t -
t e n t . Th i s c on d i t i on i s n o t r e pa i r a bl e a n d t h e s h ock
absorber must be replaced.
Th e s h ock a bs or ber s a r e n ot r e fi ll a bl e o r a d ju st -
a b l e. I f a m a l fu n ct i on occu r s, t h e s h ock a b s or b er
must be replaced. To test a shock a bsorber, hold it in
an upright position and force the piston in and out of
the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout
each stroke should be smooth and even.
Th e s h ock a bs or ber bu sh i n g s d o n o t r e q u ir e a n yt y p e o f l u br ica t i o n . Do n ot a t t e m pt t o s t o p bu s h i n g
n oi se b y l ub r ica t i n g t h e m. G r e a s e a n d m i ne ra l oi l-
ba s e l u br i ca n t s w i l l d e t e r i or a t e t h e bu s hi n g .
SERVICE PROCEDURES
LUBRICATIONPeriodic lubrication of the suspension system may
be required. Refer to G roup 0, Lubrication And Main-
tenance for the recommended maintenance schedule.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove the upper shock absorber nut, retainer
and grommet (Fig. 4).
(3) R e mov e t h e l ow e r bol t a n d r e mov e t h e s h ock
absorber.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Upper shock nut must be replaced or use
Mopar Lock N Seal or Loctite 242 on existing nut.(1) I n s t a l l t h e l ow e r r e t a i n er (lower retainer is
stamped with a L) a n d g r om m et on t h e s hockabsorber stud. Insert the shock absorber through the
frame bracket hole.
(2) I n s t a l l t h e l ow e r b ol t a n d t i gh t en t h e b ol t t o
108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
Fig. 2 Lower Ball Joint Boss1 BALL JOINT BOSS
2 STEERING KNUCKLE
3 DIAL INDICATOR
Fig. 3 Upper Ball Joint Boss
1 DIAL INDICATOR2 BALL JOINT BOSS
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(3) I n s t a l l t h e u pp er g r om m et , r et a i n er (upperretainer is stamped with a U) a n d n e w n u t o r u s eMopar Lock N Seal or Locti te 242 on existing nut,
on t h e s h ock a bs or ber s t u d . Ti g h t en n u t t o 2 6 N m
(19 ft. lbs.).
TORSION BAR
CAUTION: The left and right side torsion bars areNOT interchangeable. The bars are identified and
stamped R or L, for right or left. The bars do nothave a front or rear end and can be installed witheither end facing forward.
REM OVAL
(1) R a i s e a n d s u pp or t t h e v eh i cl e w i t h t h e f r on t
suspension han ging.(2) Turn the adjustment bolt counterclockwise to
release spring load (Fig. 5).
NOTE: Count and record the number of turns forinstallation reference.
(3) Remove the adjustment bolt from swivel .
(4) Remove torsion bar and anchor. Remove anchor
from torsion bar.
(5) R e m ov e a l l f or e ig n m a t e r i a l f r om t o r si on ba r
m ou n t i n g i n a n c h or a n d s u s pe n si on a r m .
(6) Inspect adjustment bolt , bearing and swivel for
d a m a g e .
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert torsion bar ends into anchor and suspen-
s i o n a r m .
(2) P o s it i on a n ch or a n d b ea r i n g i n f r a m e cr os s-
m em b er. I n s t a l l a d ju s t men t b ol t t h r ou g h b ea r i n g,
a n c h o r a n d i n t o t h e s w i v e l .
(3) Turn adjustment bolt clockwise the recordeda m o u n t o f t u r n s .
(4) Lower vehicle a nd adjust the front suspension
height. Refer to Suspension Height service procedure.
STEERING KNUCKLE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) R e m ov e br a k e ca l i p er, r ot o r, s h i el d a n d AB S
w h e el s pe ed s en s or i f e q ui pp ed . R ef er t o G r o up 5
B r a k e s .
(4) Remove front driveshaft , refer to Group 3 Dif-
ferential and Driveline.
(5 ) R e m o v e t i e r o d e n d c o t t e r p i n a n d n u t . Se p a -
r a t e t h e t i e r od f rom t h e k nu ck le w i t h R em ov er
MB -991113 (F ig. 6).
(6) S u ppor t t h e l ow e r s us pen si on a r m w i t h a
h yd ra u lic ja ck a n d r a is e t h e ja ck t o u nloa d t h e
rebound bumper.
(7) Remove the upper ball joint cotter pin and nut.
S epa r a t e t h e b a ll joi nt f rom t h e k nu ckle w it h
Remover MB-991113 (Fig. 7).
Fig. 4 Shock Absorber1 NUT
2 RETAINER
3 GROMMET
4 SHOCK
Fig. 5 Torsion Bar
1 SWIVEL2 ANCHOR
3 BEARING
4 ADJUSTMENT BOLT
5 TORSION BAR
6 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
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CAUTION: When installing Remover MB-991113 toseparate the ball joint, be careful not to damage theball joint seal.
(8) Remove the lower ball joint cotter pin and nut.
S epa r a t e t h e b a ll join t fr om t h e k nu ck le w it h
Remover C-4150A (Fig. 8) and remove the knuckle.
(9) R em ov e t h e h u b/b ea r i n g f r om t h e s t ee ri n g
knuckle.
INSTALLATION
(1) I nsta l l t he h ub/bearing to t he st eering knuckle
and t ighten the bolts to 166 Nm (123 ft . lbs.).
NOTE: When installing hub/bearing with ABS
brakes, position the speed sensor opening towardsthe front of the vehicle.
CAUTION: The ball joint stud tapers must beCLEAN and DRY before installing the knuckle.
Clean the stud tapers with mineral spirits to removedirt and grease.
(2) I n s t a l l t h e k n u ck l e o nt o t h e u p pe r a n d l ow e r
ball joint.
(3) I n st a l l t h e u pp er a n d l ow e r b a l l joi n t n u t s.Ti g h t en t h e u p pe r ba l l joi n t n u t t o 81 N m (60 f t .
lbs.) and the lower ball joint nut to 183 Nm (135 ft .
l bs.) t h e n i n s t a l l cot t e r p in s . G r e a s e t h e l ow e r ba l l
joint.
(4) Remove the hydraulic jack from the lower sus-
pension arm.
( 5 ) I n s t a l l t h e t i e r o d e n d a n d t i g h t e n t h e n u t t o
88 Nm (65 ft . lbs.). Instal l the cotter pin.
(6) I n s t a l l t h e f r on t d r iv es h a f t , r ef er t o G r o up 3
Differential and Driveline.
(7) Instal l the ABS wheel speed sensor i f equipped
and brake shield, rotor and caliper. Refer to Group 5
B r a k e s .(8) I n s t a l l t h e w h e e l a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(9) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) Remove front driveshaft , refer to Group 3 Dif-
ferentia l & Driveline.
(4) Remove torsion bar.
Fig. 6 Tie Rod End1 STEERING KNUCKLE
2 REMOVER
3 TIE ROD END
Fig. 7 Upper Ball Joint1 UPPER BALL STUD
2 REMOVER
Fig. 8 Lower Ball Joint1 REMOVER
2 LOWER BALL STUD
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(5) Remove shock absorber lower bolt.
(6) Remove st abil izer bar.
(7) Remove the cotter pin and nut from lower ball
joi n t . Se pa r a t e ba l l joi n t f r om t h e s t e er i n g k n u ck l e
with Remover C-4150A (Fig. 9).
(8) R e m ov e s u s pe n si on a r m p iv ot bol t s a n d s u s -
pension arm from frame rai l brackets (Fig. 10).(9) Inspect lower ball joint seal a nd replace i f dam-
aged. Pry off old seal with screw driver i f necessary.
INSTALLATION
(1 ) I n s t a l l n e w l o w e r ba l l jo i n t s e a l by t a p p i n g o n
a r o u n d t h e s e a l f l a n g e l i g h t l y w i t h a h a m m e r .
(2) Position the lower suspension arm at the frame
r a il b ra cket s. I n st a ll t h e piv ot b olt s a n d n ut s.
Tighten the nuts finger-tight.
CAUTION: The ball joint stud taper must be CLEAN
and DRY before installing the knuckle. Clean thestud taper with mineral spirits to remove dirt andgrease.
(3) I ns er t t h e b a l l joi n t i n t o s t eer i ng k n uck le.
Instal l and t ighten the retaining nut to 183 Nm (135
f t . l bs .) a n d i n s t a l l a n e w c o t t e r p i n .
(4) Instal l the torsion bar.
(5) Instal l shock absorber lower bolt and t ighten to
108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
(6) I n s t a l l t h e f r on t d r iv es h a f t . R ef er t o G r o up 3
Differentia l & Driveline.
(7) I n s t a l l t h e w h e e l a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(8) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
(9) I n s t a l l t h e s t a bi l iz er ba r .
(10) Tighten the lower suspension front pivot nut
to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.). Tighten rear pivot bolt to 190
Nm (140 ft. lbs.).
(11) Adjust the front suspension height.
UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) Remove brake hose bra ckets from suspension
a r m , r e f e r t o Gr o u p 5 B r a k e s .
(4) P osition hydra ulic jack under lower suspension
a r m a n d r a i s e ja ck t o u n l oa d r e bou n d bu m pe r.
(5) Remove shock absorber.
(6) Remove the cotter pin and nut from upper ball
joint.(7) S ep a r a t e u pp er b a l l joi n t f r om t h e s t ee ri n g
knuckle with Remover MB-991113 (Fig. 11).
CAUTION: When installing Remover MB-991113 toseparate the ball joint, be careful not to damage theball joint seal.
(8) R em ov e s u s pe n si on a r m p iv ot ba r bol t s a n d
remove suspension arm (Fig. 12).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position suspension arm pivot bar on mounting
bracket. Inst al l bolts a nd t ighten (tempora rily) to 136Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
(2) I n ser t b a ll joi nt i n s t eer in g k nu ck le a n d
t i g ht e n b a l l joi n t n u t t o 81 N m (60 f t . l bs .) t h e n
i n s t a l l a n e w c o t t e r p i n .
(3) Insta l l shock absorber.
NOTE: Upper shock nut must be replaced or use
Mopar Lock N Seal or Loctite 242 on existing nut.(4) Remove hydraulic jack.
Fig. 9 Lower Ball Joint1 REMOVER
2 LOWER BALL STUD
Fig. 10 Lower Suspension Arm1 PIVOT BOLTS
2 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
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(5) Attach brake hose brackets to suspension arm,
r e f e r t o Gr o u p 5 B r a k e s .
(6) Ti g h t en u p pe r s u s pe n si on a r m p iv ot bol t s t o
224 Nm (165 ft. lbs.).
(7) I n s t a l l t h e w h e el a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.(8) Remove support and lower vehicle.
(9) Align front suspension.
STABILIZER BAR
NOTE: To service the stabilizer bar the vehiclemust be on a drive on hoist. The vehicle suspen-sion must be at curb height for stabilizer bar instal-lation.
REMOVAL
(1) R e mov e t h e s t a bi l iz er ba r r e t a i n er bol t s f r om
the lower suspension arms (Fig. 13) and remove the
retainers.
(2 ) R e m o v e t h e s t a bi l i z e r ba r r e t a i n e r n u t s , bo l t s
and retainers from the frame crossmember (Fig. 13)
a n d r e m o v e t h e ba r .(3) If necessary, remove the bushings from the sta-
bil izer bar.
INSTALLATION(1 ) I f r e m o v e d , i n s t a l l t h e bu s h i n g s o n t h e s t a bi -
l izer bar.
(2 ) P o s i t i o n t h e s t a bi l i z e r ba r o n t h e f r a m e c r o s s -
m em b er b r a ck et s a n d i n st a l l t h e r e t a i n er s a n d n u t s
and bolts finger-tight (Fig. 13).
NOTE: Check the alignment of the bar to ensurethere is no interference with the either frame rail orchassis component. Spacing should be equal onboth sides.
(3 ) I n s t a l l t h e s t a bi l i z e r ba r t o t h e l o w e r s u s p e n -
s i o n a r m .
(4) I n s t a l l t h e r e t a i n e r s a n d bol t s t o t h e l ow e r s u s -
pension arm and t ighten to 34 Nm (25 ft . lbs.).
(5) Ti gh t en t h e f r a m e r et a i n er n u t s t o 190 N m
(140 ft. lbs.).
(6) Ti g h t en t h e f r a m e r e t a i n er bol t s t o 108 N m
(80 ft. lbs.).
Fig. 11 Separate Upper Ball Joint1 UPPER BALL STUD
2 REMOVER
Fig. 12 Upper Suspension Arm1 PIVOT BAR BOLT
2 UPPER SUSPENSION ARM
Fig. 13 Stabilizer Bar1 LOWER SUSPENSION ARM
2 FLAG NUT
3 STABILIZER BAR
4 RETAINER
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HUB/BEARING
REM OVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) Remove axle nut.
(4) Remove ABS wheel speed sensor i f equipped,r e f e r t o Gr o u p 5 B r a k e s .
(5) R e m ov e t h e br a k e ca l i p er a n d r ot o r, r e fe r t o
Gr o u p 5 B r a k e s .
(6) Remove hub/bearing mounting bolts from the
steering knuckle (Fig. 14).
(7) S l id h u b/bea r i n g ou t of t h e s t e er i n g k n u ck l e
a n d o f f t h e a x l e .
INSTALLATION
(1) I n st a l l t h e h u b/b ea r i ng i nt o t h e s t eer in g
k n uck le a n d t i gh t en t h e b ol t s t o 166 N m (123 f t .
lbs.).
(2) Instal l the brake rotor and caliper.
(3) Instal l ABS wheel speed sensor i f equipped.
(4) Instal l axle nut and t ighten to 235 Nm (173 ft .
lbs.).
(5) I n s t a l l w h e el a n d t i r e a s s em bl y.
(6) Remove support and lower vehicle.
WHEEL MOUNTING STUDS
CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to remove wheel
studs.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and t ire assembly.
(3) R em ov e b r a k e ca l i pe r, ca l i pe r a d a p t e r a n d
rotor, refer to Group 5 Brakes for procedure.
(4) Remove stud from hub with Remover C-4150A
(Fig. 15).
INSTALLATION
(1 ) I n s t a l l n e w s t u d i n t o h u b f l a n g e .
(2) I n s t a l l t h r ee w a s h e r s on t o s t u d, t h en i n st a l l
l ug n ut w it h t h e f la t s id e of t h e n u t a g a in st t h e
w a s h e r s .
(3) Ti gh t en l ug n u t u n t il t h e s t u d i s p ul le d i n t o
t h e h u b f la n g e. Ver if y t h a t t h e s t ud i s pr op er ly
s e a t e d i n t o t h e f l a n g e .
(4 ) R e m o v e l u g n u t a n d w a s h e r s .
(5) Instal l the brake rotor, cal iper adapter, and cal-
iper, refer to Group 5 Brakes for procedure.
(6) I n s t a l l w h e el a n d t i r e a s sem b ly, u s e n e w l ug
n u t o n s t u d o r s t u d s t h a t w e r e r e p l a c e d .
(7) Remove support and lower vehicle.
Fig. 14 Hub/Bearing1 HUB BEARING
2 STEERING KNUCKLE
Fig. 15 Wheel Stud Removal1 REMOVER
2 WHEEL STUD
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SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
Shock Absorber
U p p er Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Nm (19 f t . l bs .)
Lower B olt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Nm (80 ft . lbs.)
Lower Suspension Arm
Fr on t B ol t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Nm (80 f t . l bs .)
Rear B olt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Nm (140 ft . lbs.)
B a l l J oi n t Nu t . . . . . . . . . . 183 Nm (135 f t . l bs .)
Upper Suspension Arm
P i v ot S h a f t Nu t s . . . . . . . . . 129 Nm (95 ft . l bs .)
P ivot S haft to Fra me Bolts . 224 Nm (165 ft . lbs.)
B a l l J oi n t Nu t . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Nm (60 f t . l bs .)
Stabilizer Bar
Fr a m e R e t a i n e r B o lt . . . . . . 108 Nm (80 ft . l bs .)
Fra me Retainer Nut . . . . . . 190 Nm (140 ft . lbs.)Control Arm Reta iner Bolts . . 34 Nm (25 ft . lbs.)
Hub/Bearing
B olts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Nm (123 ft . lbs.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION
Puller Tie Rod C-3894-A
Remover MB-991113
Remover C-4150A
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REAR SUSPENSION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONREAR SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
SHOCK ABSORBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23LEAF SPRINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSPRING AND SHOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSHOCK ABSORBER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
STABILIZER BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24LEAF SPRINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
REAR SUSPENSION
DESCRIPTION
The rear suspension is comprised of:
Drive Axle
Shock Absorbers
Stabil izer Bar (optional)
L e a f Sp r i n g s
CAUTION: A vehicle should always be loaded sothe vehicle weight center-line is located immedi-ately forward of the rear axle. Correct vehicle load-
ing provides proper front tire-to-road contact. Thisresults in maximum vehicle handling stability and
safety. Incorrect vehicle weight distribution cancause excessive tire tread wear, spring fatigue or
failure, and erratic steering.
CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened with thevehicle at normal ride height. It is important to have
the springs supporting the weight of the vehiclewhen the fasteners are torqued. This will maintainvehicle ride comfort and prevent premature bushingwear.
SHOCK ABSORBERS
DESCRIPTION
Th e t o p o f t h e s h ock a bs or ber s a r e bol t e d t o t h e
bod y cr os s m em ber. Th e bot t o m of t h e s h ock s a r e
b ol t ed t o t h e a x l e b r a c ket s . Th e a x l e b r a c ke t s a r e
s t a g g e r e d o n e a h e a d o f t h e a x l e a n d o n e be f i n d .
OPERATION
R i d e c on t r o l i s a c com p li s h ed t h r o ug h t h e u s e of
dual-action shock absorbers. The shocks dampen the
jounce and rebound as the vehicle travels over vari-ous road conditions.
STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
Th e s t a bi l iz er ba r (op t i on a l ) e xt e n d s a c r os s t h e
u n d e r s i d e o f t h e v e h i c l e a n d i s bo l t e d t o t h e t o p o f
t h e a x l e . L i n k s a t t h e e n d o f t h e b a r a r e b o l t e d t o
frame brackets.
OPERATION
The stabil izer bar is used to minimize vehicle body
roll . The spring steel bar helps to control the vehiclebody in relationship to the suspension.
LEAF SPRINGS
DESCRIPTION
The 4x2 rear suspension system uses a 4-leaf t wo
s t a g e or 5-l ea f s i n gl e s t a g e s p r in g s a n d a s ol id d r i ve
a x l e. Th e 4x 4 r e a r s u s pe n si on s y s t em u s es on l y a
4-leaf two stage spring and solid drive axle. The for-
w a r d e n d o f t h e s pr i n g s a r e m o u n t ed t o t h e bod y r a i l
h a n g e r s t h r ou g h r u bbe r bu s h i n g s. Th e r e a r w a r d e n d
o f t h e s p r i n g s a r e a t t a c h e d t o t h e bo d y by t h e u s e o f
shackles. The spring and shackles use rubber bush-
ings. The bushing help to isolate road noise.
OPERATION
The springs control ride quali ty and maintain vehi-
cl e r i de h ei gh t . Th e s h a ck le s a l l ow t h e s pr i ng s t o
change t heir length as the vehicle moves over various
road conditions.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SPRING AND SHOCKA knocking or ra tt l ing noise from a shock absorber
m a y b e ca u s ed b y m ov em en t b et w e en m ou n t in g
b u sh i ng s a n d m et a l b r a ck et s or a t t a ch i ng com po-
nents. These noises can usually be stopped by t ight-en in g t h e a t t a ch in g n ut s. I f t h e n ois e per sis ts ,
i n s p e c t f o r d a m a g e d a n d w o r n bu s h i n g s , a n d a t t a c h -
i n g c o m p o n e n t s . R e p a i r a s n e c e s s a r y i f a n y o f t h e s e
conditions exist.
A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may be
ca u s e d by t h e h y d r a u l i c va l v i n g a n d m a y be i n t er m i t -
t e n t . Th i s c on d i t i on i s n o t r e pa i r a bl e a n d t h e s h ock
absorber must be replaced.
Th e s h ock a bs or ber s a r e n ot r e fi ll a bl e o r a d ju st -
a b l e. I f a m a l fu n ct i on occu r s, t h e s h ock a b s or b er
must be replaced. To test a shock a bsorber, hold it in
an upright position and force the piston in and out of
the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout
each stroke should be smooth and even.
The spring eye a nd shock a bsorber bushings do not
r eq u ir e a n y t y p e of l ub r ica t i on . D o n ot a t t e m pt t o
s t op s pr in g b us hi ng n oi se b y l ub ri ca t i ng t h em .Gr e a s e a n d m i n er a l oi l -ba s e l u br i ca n t s w i l l d e t er i o-
r a t e t h e bu s h in g r u bbe r.
If the vehicle is used for severe, off-road operation,
the springs should be examined periodically. Check
for broken and shifted leafs, loose and missing cl ips,
a n d br o k e n c e n t e r bo l t s . R e f e r t o Sp r i n g a n d Sh o c k
Absorber Diagnosis chart for additional information.
SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
SPRING SAGS 1. Broken leaf. 1. Replace spring.
2. Spring fatigue. 2. Replace spring.
SPRING NOISE 1. Loose spring clamp bolts. 1. Tighten to specification.
2. Worn bushings. 2. Replace bushings.
3. Worn or missing spring tip inserts. 3. Replace spring tip inserts.
SHOCK NOISE 1. Loose mounting fastener. 1. Tighten to specification.
2. Worn bushings. 2. Replace shock.
3. Leaking shock. 3. Replace shock.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SHOCK ABSORBER
REM OVAL
(1) Raise vehicle and support rear axle.
(2) Remove shock absorber lower nut and bolt from
the axle bracket (Fig. 1).
(3) R em ov e s h ock a b s or b er u pp er n u t a n d b ol tf rom t h e f ra m e b ra cket a n d r em ov e t h e s hock
absorber.
INSTALLATION
(1) Insta l l shock a bsorber a nd upper mounting bolt
an d nut. Tighten n ut to 95 Nm (70 ft . lbs.).
(2) I n s t a l l s h ock a bs or ber i n t o t h e a x l e br a c ke t .
I n s t a l l t h e b o l t a n d n u t a n d t i g h t e n n u t t o 9 5 N m
(70 ft. lbs.).
(3) Remove axle support and lower vehicle.
STABILIZER BAR
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) R e m ov e n u t s a n d b ol t s f r om t h e l in k s a t t h e
stabil izer bar.
(3) Remove stabil izer bar retainer bolts and retain-
ers (Fig. 2).
(4) R em ov e s t a bi li zer b a r a n d r epl a ce w or n ,cracked or distorted bushings.
(5) R e m ov e l i n k s u p pe r m ou n t i n g n u t s a n d bol t s
and remove l inks.
INSTALLATION
(1) I n st a l l t h e s t a bi li zer b a r a n d cen t er i t w i t h
e q ua l s pa c in g on b ot h s id es . I n s t a l l s t a b il iz er b a r
retainers and t ighten bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft . lbs.).
(2 ) I n s t a l l l i n k i n t o f r a m e br a c k e t s a n d t h e s t a bi -
l i z e r ba r . I n s t a l l m o u n t i n g n u t s a n d bo l t s .
(3) Remove support and lower vehicle.
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(4) Ti g h t en s t a bi l iz er l in k n u t s t o 54 N m (40 f t .
lbs.).
LEAF SPRINGS
CAUTION: The rear of the vehicle must be lifted
only with a jack or hoist. The lift must be placedunder the frame rail crossmember located aft of therear axle. Use care to avoid bending the side rail
flange.
REMOVAL
(1 ) R a i s e t h e v e h i c l e a t t h e f r a m e .
(2) Use a hydraulic jack to relieve the axle weight.
(3) Remove the wheel and t ire assemblies.
(4 ) R e m o v e t h e n u t s , t h e U - bo l t s a n d s p r i n g p l a t e
from the axle (Fig. 3) and (Fig. 4).
(5) Remove the nut and bolt from the spring front
eye.
(6) Rem ov e t h e n u t a n d b ol t t h a t a t t a ch es t h e
s p ri n g s h a ck l e t o t h e r e a r f r a m e br a ck et .
(7) Remove the spring from the vehicle.(8) Remove the shackle from the spring.
Fig. 1 Shock Absorber1 SHOCK ABSORBER
2 MOUNTING BOLT
3 MOUNTING BOLT
Fig. 2 Stabilizer Bar Mounting1 STABILIZER BAR
2 LINK
3 RETAINER
Fig. 3 Leaf Spring - 4x2
1 JOUNCE BUMPER2 SHACKLE
3 PLATE
4 LEAF SPRING
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INSTALLATION
(1 ) I n s t a l l t h e s p r i n g s h a c k l e o n t h e s p r i n g f i n g e r
t i g h t .
(2) P o s it i on t h e s p r i n g o n t h e r e a r a x l e p a d . M a k es u re t h e s pr i ng ce nt e r b ol t i s i n ser t ed i n t h e p a d
locating hole.
(3) Align front spring eye with the bolt hole in the
f r o n t f r a m e br a c k e t . I n s t a l l t h e s p r i n g e y e bo l t a n d
n u t a n d t i g h t e n t h e s p r i n g e y e n u t f i n g e r - t i g h t .
(4) Align spring sha ckle eye w ith the bolt hole in
t h e r e a r f r a m e b r a c k e t . I n s t a l l t h e b o l t a n d n u t a n d
tighten the spring shackle eye nut finger-tight.
(5) I n st a l l t h e s pr i ng s ea t (4x 4 on l y), U -b ol t s,
s p r i n g p l a t e a n d n u t s .
(6) Ti g h t en t h e U -bol t n u t s t o 149 N m (110 f t .
lbs.).(7) I n s t a l l t h e w h e e l a n d t i r e a s s em bl ie s.
(8) R em ov e t h e s u pp or t s t a n d s f r om u n d er t h e
f r a m e r a i l s . L o w e r t h e v e h i c l e u n t i l t h e s p r i n g s a r e
supporting the weight of the vehicle.
(9) Ti g h t en t h e s pr i n g e y e p iv ot bol t n u t a n d a l l
shackle nuts to 163 Nm (120 ft . lbs.).
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
DESCRIPTION TORQUEShock Absorber
L ow e r B ol t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 N m (70 f t . l bs.)
U p p er B ol t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 N m (70 f t . l bs.)
Stabilizer Bar
Fr a m e B r a c k et Nu t s . . . . . . . 54 Nm (40 ft . l bs .)
L i n k Nu t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Nm (40 ft . l bs .)
R e t a i n er B ol t s . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Nm (40 f t . l bs .)
Spring U-Bolt Nuts
2WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Nm (110 ft . lbs.)
4WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Nm (110 ft . lbs.)
Spring
Sp r i n g E y e Nu t . . . . . . . . . 163 Nm (120 f t . l bs .)Spring Sha ckle Nuts . . . . . 163 Nm (120 ft . lbs.)
J ounce Bumper
B o l t s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Nm (45 ft . l bs .)
Fig. 4 Leaf Spring - 4x41 SHACKLE
2 JOUNCE BUMPER
3 SEAT
4 PLATE
5 LEAF SPRING
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