Front Axle Disconnect (Fad) / Intermediate Shaft Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Chrysler 300 and 2019 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using a large pry bar (1), carefully pry down the front cradle (2) approximately two inches, and install the Front Axle Disconnect (FAD) (3) in the vehicle.
- Install the FAD-to-oil pan bolts (1, 2, 3, 4) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the FAD actuator solenoid (8), and the 3 bolts (5, 6, 7) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the FAD bracket (4), the 3 bolts (1, 2, 3) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect the FAD actuator solenoid wire harness connector (1).
- Install the left front halfshaft assembly. Refer to INSTALLATION
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- Using the jack stands (1) raise the cradle enough to touch the frame.
- Align the cradle by using the marks (1) made during removal.
- Tighten the right hand front and rear cradle bolts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to FRAME, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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- Tighten the left hand front and rear cradle bolts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to FRAME, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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- Connect the electronic power steering pump (2) and the two wiring harness connectors (1)
- Install front passenger side wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to INSTALLATION
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- Install the front belly pan fasteners (1), both sides.
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
- Verify the front end alignment is within specifications. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT .
- Install the belly pan. Refer to BELLY PAN, INSTALLATION .