Installation

Installing Leaf Spring U-bolts:

1. Raise the axle housing into position so that the U-bolt plates can be installed. Tighten the U-bolt nuts to the specification. (There are different specifications, depending on the vehicle.)

Shock Absorber Lower Bolt Removal:

2. Connect the shock absorber lower bolts to the mounting bracket on the axle housing. Install the attaching nuts and tighten to specification.

3. Insert the vent fitting into the hydraulic junction block and position the assembly over the housing vent hole. Hand start the vent fitting and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lbs-ft).

Position the brake lines to the axle housing and secure with the retaining clips at the right hand axle tube and vent fitting through the junction block.

Install the brake backing plates on the axle housing flanges (no gaskets required). Tighten the attaching bolts to 68-115 Nm (50-85 ft-lbs).

4. Align the scribe marks on the axle companion flange and driveshaft and connect the driveshaft. Tighten attaching bolts and nuts to 11-20 Nm (8-15 ft-lbs).

5. Install the brake drums.

Brake Line Removal:

6. Install the wheel and tire. Tighten the wheel lug nuts to specification. Install the wheel covers.