Installation

4X2

Special Tools:






1. Tape the isolator pad to the top of the coil spring. Position the spring in the lower suspension arm well. Be sure that the coil spring is seated in the well.





2. Install Front Spring Compressor (DD-1278) (2) up through the lower suspension arm, coil spring and shock hole in the frame.

3. Tighten the tool nut to compress the coil spring.





4. Install the steering knuckle .

5. Install the retaining nut on the upper ball joint and tighten to specifications .

6. Remove the spring compressor tool.

7. Support the lower control arm at the outboard side of the lower control arm to support vehicle weight.

8. Install the shock absorber .

9. Install the stabilizer link .

10. Remove the lower control arm support.

11. Install the wheel and tire assembly .

12. remove the support and lower the vehicle to the floor with vehicle weight. Tighten the front and rear control arm frame pivot bolts if loosened to specifications .

13. Perform a wheel alignment .