Installation Procedure

Position the stabilizer shaft on the front frame.

Fig 1: Positioning Stabilizer Shaft
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Install the left and right stabilizer shaft insulators and brackets. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Replacement .
Connect the stabilizer shaft links to the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
Using the jack stands, raise the front frame to the vehicle body leaving a gap of approximately 12 mm (0.5 in).
Install the front frame mounting bolts (2) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Front Frame Mounting Bolts
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Tighten the front frame mounting bolts an additional 90°.
Tighten the front frame reinforcement mounting bolts (1) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the front frame rear mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 3: Locating Rear Frame Mounting Bolts
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Tighten the front frame rear mounting bolts an additional 90°.
Install the left and right front frame reinforcement mounting bolts and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 4: Identifying Frame Reinforcement Mounting Bolts
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Remove the adjustable jack stands.
Install the bolt from the intermediate shaft bracket to the front cradle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Intermediate Shaft Replacement .
Connect the outer tie rods to the knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
Install the rear propeller shaft, if equipped. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement .
Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.