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Front Axle: Installation

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  1. Lift the axle into vehicle.
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  2. Install the front axle tube bushing mounting bolt and nut (1) in the RH axle bracket (2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  3. Install frame dampener (4) and bolts (3) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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  4. Install the front axle cover bushing bolt (2) and front axle pinion nose bushing bolt (1) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  5. Install front axle vent tube and ensure orientation is correct. Vent Tube needs to be fully seated to vent nipple and then can be orientated to correct position.
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  6. Using axle seal protector (special tool #10270, Protector, Half Shaft, Drive), install both axle shafts into the axle carefully avoiding damage to axle seals.
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  7. Install both axle shafts into the steering knuckles (2), and hub bearing.
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  8. Install the upper ball joints into the steering knuckles (2) and tighten nuts (1) to the proper specification. Refer to FRONT, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  9. Install both brake calipers. Refer to CALIPER, DISC BRAKE, INSTALLATION .
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  10. Install the tie rod ends (1) on the steering knuckles (2) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to FRONT, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
  11. Align the shock clevises (1) with the lower control arms and install the clevis brackets. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION .
  12. Install the stabilizer bar links (1) and tighten bolts (2) to the proper specification. Refer to FRONT, TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
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  13. Install the half shaft (2) hub nuts (1) and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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  14. Install the propeller shaft (1) with reference marks (3) aligned.
    NOTE:

    Clean propeller shaft bolts and apply Mopar Lock and Seal Adhesive or equivalent to the threads before installation.

  15. Install the propeller shaft bolts and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  16. Install the front wheel and tire assemblies. Refer to WHEELS, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  17. Fill the differential with gear lubricant. Refer to CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FLUIDS, SPECIFICATIONS .
  18. Install fill plug and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  19. Install the skid plate, if equipped. Refer to INSTALLATION .
  20. Pump brake pedal until caliper pistons and brake pads are seated and a firm brake pedal is obtained.
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