Suspension System: Rear: Removal: Installation

Fig 1: Lower Suspension Arm

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1 - AXLE BRACKET BOLT

2 - LOWER SUSPENSION ARM

3 - FRAME RAIL BODY BRACKET BOLT

1. Position the lower suspension arm (2) in the axle bracket and frame rail bracket (3).
   NOTE: The end of the arm with the voided round bushing attaches to the axle bracket.
2. Install the axle bracket bolt (1) and nut finger tight. See Figure.
   NOTE: When installing the right side suspension arm to the frame rail it will be necessary to pry the exhaust over slightly to allow enough clearance to install the bolt.
3. Install the frame rail bracket bolt (3) and nut finger tight.
   Fig 2: Upper Control Arm

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   1 - BODY MOUNTS

   2 - UPPER BALL JOINT

   3 - STABILIZER BAR

   4 - UPPER CONTROL ARM

   5 - LOWER CONTROL ARM

4. Install the stabilizer bar (3) retaining bolts to the suspension arm (5).
5. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
6. With the vehicle on the ground tighten the nut at the frame to 163 N.m (120 ft. lbs.). Tighten the nut at the axle bracket to 163 N.m (120 ft. lbs.).