Axle Retainer Bracket Front Removal/Installation

Raise the vehicle on a hoist; see JACKING .
Remove the bushing through-bolt.

Fig 1: Removing Bushing Through-Bolt
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Remove the three retainer bracket bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Retainer Bracket Bolts
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Install in reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque: Retainer Bracket Bolts 64-91 Nm { 6.5-9.3 kgfm, 47-67 ft.lb. }

Tightening torque: Bushing Through Bolt 60-80 Nm { 6.1-8.2 kgfm, 45-59 ft.lb. }