Front

FRONT - LINK/COIL SUSPENSION

NOTE: Petroleum based grease should not be used on any of the rubber components of the caliper, Use only a Non-Petroleum based grease, such as Dow Corning-807(R) grease.






NOTE: Clean slide pin bores thoroughly to remove any old grease.

NOTE: Use grease packets included with kit or Dow Corning-807(R) grease.

1. Thoroughly coat the new slide pins (3) on all working surfaces.
2. Install the boot (2) onto the slide pin (3) and then insert into the adapter (1).
3. Push the pin (3) all the way into the adapter (1) and carefully expel the trapped air by gently pushing on the boot (2) near the slide pin head (3).






NOTE: 4500, 5500 heavy duty trucks use special tool #10050 wrench.

4. Install the caliper adapter mounting bolts (5). For Cab Chassis tighten to 339 Nm (250 ft.lbs.). For 4500, 5500 tighten to 530 Nm (400 ft.lbs.).
5. Install the brake pads Brake Pads - Installation.
6. Install the caliper (2) and the caliper slide pin bolts (1) Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Service and Repair.

8. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.