Removal And Installation: Clevis: Notes

REMOVAL

NOTE:

The air suspension system can be disabled and enabled by using the Display Screen Module (DSM) in the vehicle under Tire Jack Mode, which is the preferred method. If the disable level control routine in the diagnostic scan tool is used, it will only disable the level control (automatic and manual) for that ignition cycle. The air suspension system can also be enabled by driving the vehicle above 19 km/h (12 mph). The air suspension must be disabled prior to lifting the vehicle or performing any work.

If equipped with air suspension, disable the air suspension system.
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable(s). Refer to 3.6L, BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT or 5.7L, BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the clevis bracket. Refer to LINK, STABILIZER BAR, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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1 - Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt
Remove the front brake hose bracket bolt.

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1 - Active Damper Sensor Bolt

2 - Wire Harness Connector
Disconnect the active damping sensor wire harness connector.

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1 - Wire Harness Connector

2 - Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt
Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt.
Remove the wheel speed sensor from the steering knuckle.

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1 - Halfshaft Hub and Bearing Nut
On 4X4 models, have a helper apply brake pressure, then remove and DISCARD the halfshaft hub and bearing nut.
Disconnect the upper control arm from the steering knuckle. Refer to ARM, UPPER CONTROL, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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1 - Clevis Pinch Bolt

2 - Clevis Lower Bolt
Hold the nut and remove the clevis pinch bolt.
CAUTION:
DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis bracket pinch nut. The clevis bracket pinch nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.
Hold the clevis lower nut and remove the clevis lower bolt.
CAUTION:
DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis lower nut. The clevis lower nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.
Disengage the clevis from the shock absorber.
Remove the clevis.

INSTALLATION

During installation, torque the fasteners to the specifications in the torque table(s) below.

Follow the removal procedure in reverse for general reassembly of the components on the vehicle. The steps listed below are calling out specific procedures that should be followed during installation.

CAUTION:

DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis lower nut. The clevis lower nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.

CAUTION:

DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis bracket pinch nut. The clevis bracket pinch nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.

Hold the nut while tightening the clevis lower bolt.
Hold the nut while tightening the clevis pinch bolt.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS