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SUSPENSION

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT ......................1 REAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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WHEEL ALIGNMENT STANDARD PROCEDURE

DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 CAMBER, CASTER AND TOE ADJUSTMENT .4
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 TOE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING SPECIFICATIONS
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION ...........2 ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

WHEEL ALIGNMENT
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: Suspension components with rubber/ure-
thane bushings should be tightened with the vehi-
cle at normal ride height. It is important to have
the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle
when the fasteners are torqued. If springs are not
at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort
could be affected and premature bushing wear
may occur.

Wheel alignment involves the correct positioning of the

wheels in relation to the vehicle. The positioning is
accomplished through suspension and steering link-
age adjustments. An alignment is considered essential
for efficient steering, good directional stability and to
minimize tire wear. The most important measurements
of an alignment are caster, camber and toe.
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CAUTION: Never attempt to modify suspension or steering components by heating or bending.

OPERATION
• CASTER (1) is the forward or rearward tilt of the
steering knuckle from vertical. Tilting the top of
the knuckle forward provides less positive caster.
Tilting the top of the knuckle rearward provides
more positive caster. Positive caster promotes
directional stability. This angle enables the front
wheels to return to a straight ahead position after
turns.
• CAMBER (2) is the inward or outward tilt of the
wheel relative to the center of the vehicle. Tilting
the top of the wheel inward provides negative
camber. Tilting the top of the wheel outward pro-
vides positive camber. Incorrect camber will
cause wear on the inside or outside edge of the
tire.
• TOE (4) is the difference between the leading
inside edges and trailing inside edges of the front tires. Wheel toe position out of specification cause’s unstable
steering, uneven tire wear and steering wheel off- center. The wheel toe position is the final front wheel align-
ment adjustment.
• THRUST ANGLE (3) is the angle of the rear axle relative to the centerline of the vehicle. Incorrect thrust angle
can cause off-center steering and excessive tire wear. This angle is not adjustable, damaged component(s)
must be replaced to correct the thrust angle.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

PRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION
Before starting wheel alignment, the following inspection and necessary corrections must be completed. Refer to
Suspension and Steering System Diagnosis Chart below for additional information.
1. Inspect tires for size, air pressure and tread wear.
2. Inspect front wheel bearings for wear.
3. Inspect front wheels for excessive radial or lateral runout and balance.
4. Inspect ball studs, linkage pivot points and steering gear for looseness, roughness or binding.
5. Inspect suspension components for wear and noise.
6. Check suspension ride height.
7. Road test the vehicle.
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SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION

FRONT END NOISE 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.

2. Loose or worn steering or 2. Tighten or replace components as

suspension components. necessary.
3. Loose or worn steering or 3. Tighten or replace components as
suspension components. necessary.

EXCESSIVE PLAY IN 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.

STEERING
2. Loose or worn steering or 2. Tighten or replace components as
suspension components. necessary.
3. Loose or worn steering gear. 3. Replace steering gear.

FRONT WHEELS SHIMMY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.

2. Loose or worn steering or 2. Tighten or replace components as

suspension components. necessary.
3. Tires worn or out of balance. 3. Replace or balance tires.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

VEHICLE INSTABILITY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.

2. Loose or worn steering or 2. Tighten or replace components as

suspension components. necessary.
3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

EXCESSIVE STEERING 1. Loose or worn steering gear. 1. Replace steering gear.

EFFORT
2. Column coupler binding. 2. Replace coupler.
3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.
4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE 1. Tire pressure. 1. Adjust tire pressure.

SIDE 2. Tire. 2. Criss-Cross Front Tires.
3. Alignment. 3. Align vehicle to specifications.
4. Loose or worn steering or 4. Tighten or replace components as
suspension components. necessary.
5. Radial tire lead. 5. Rotate or replace tire as necessary.
6. Brake pull. 6. Repair brake as necessary.
8. Ride height. 8. Measure and adjust ride height.
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STANDARD PROCEDURE
CAMBER, CASTER AND TOE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: SUSPENSION HEIGHT MEASUREMENT MUST BE PERFORMED BEFORE AN ALIGNMENT.

Camber and caster angle adjustments involve changing the position of the lower control arm with the slots in the
frame brackets to move the lower control arm inwards or outwards for proper adjustment. This can be achieved by
using a long pry bar with a curved tip and inserting the pry bar into the lower control arm frame brackets
and prying inwards or outwards.

NOTE: Camber and caster adjustments must be made at the lower control arm Do not use the upper control
arm for Camber and Caster adjustments.

NOTE: When the lower control arm pivot bolts are loosened the lower control arm will normally go outwards
automatically with the weight of the vehicle.

CASTER
Moving the rear position of the lower control arm at the frame in or out, will change the caster angle significantly
and camber angle only slightly. To maintain the camber angle while adjusting caster, move the rear of the lower
control arm in or out. Then move the front of the lower control arm slightly in the opposite direction.

CAMBER
Move both the front and rear of the lower control arm together in or out. This will change the camber angle signif-
icantly and caster angle slightly.
After adjustment is made tighten the lower control arm bolt & nuts to FRONT169 N·m (125 ft. lbs.) and the REAR
88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).

TOE ADJUSTMENT
The wheel toe position adjustment is the final adjust-
ment.
1. Start the engine and turn wheels both ways before
straightening the wheels. Secure the steering
wheel with the front wheels in the straight-ahead
position.
2. Loosen the tie rod jam nuts (3).

NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted for

one-half of the total toe position specification.
This will ensure the steering wheel will be cen-
tered when the wheels are positioned straight-
ahead.

3. Adjust the wheel toe position by turning the inner

tie rod (4) as necessary.
4. Tighten the tie rod jam nut (3) to 75N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Verify the specifications.
6. Turn off engine.
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TOE ADJUSTMENT
SUSPENSION HEIGHT MESUREMENT MUST BE
PERFORMED BEFORE AN ALIGNMENT.
The wheel toe position adjustment is the final adjust-
ment.
1. Start the engine and turn wheels both ways before
straightening the wheels. Secure the steering
wheel with the front wheels in the straight-ahead
position.
2. Loosen the tie rod jam nuts (3).

NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted for

one-half of the total toe position specification.
This will ensure the steering wheel will be cen-
tered when the wheels are positioned straight-
ahead.

3. Adjust the wheel toe position by turning the inner tie rod (4) as necessary.
4. Tighten the tie rod jam nut (3) to 75N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Verify the specifications.
6. Turn off engine.

SPECIFICATIONS
ALIGNMENT
NOTE: Specifications are in degrees.

FRONT
SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
PREFERRED CASTER CAMBER TOTAL TOE-IN
4.0° 2 0.25° + 0.25°
RANGE 3.55° to 4.45° + 0.15° to - 0.70° 0° to + 0.5°
MAX RT/LT DIFFERENCE 0.5° 0.5° 0.5°

REAR AXLE

SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
PREFERRED CAMBER THRUST ANGLE TOTAL TOE-IN
-.25° 0° +.25°
RANGE 0° ± 0.5° 0° ± 0.25° 0° + 0.5°
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FRONT

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FRONT SHOCK
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
SPECIFICATIONS OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 REMOVAL
SPECIAL TOOLS RIGHT FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
FRONT SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 LEFT FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
BUSHINGS INSTALLATION
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 RIGHT FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
REMOVAL LEFT FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
STABILIZER BAR TO FRAME BUSHING . . . . . 9 SPRING
CLEVIS BRACKET BUSHING .............9 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
STABILIZER BAR TO FRAME BUSHING . . . . 10 STABILIZER BAR
CLEVIS BRACKET BUSHING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
HUB / BEARING OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 STABILIZER LINK
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
KNUCKLE INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 UPPER BALL JOINT
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 UPPER BALL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
LOWER BALL JOINT INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING UPPER CONTROL ARM
LOWER BALL JOINT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
LOWER CONTROL ARM INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 CLEVIS BRACKET
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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FRONT
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened with the vehicle at nor-
mal ride height. It is important to have the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fasteners
are torqued. If springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could be affected and pre-
mature bushing wear may occur.

The front suspension is designed to allow each wheel to adapt to different road surfaces independently. The wheels
are mounted to hub bearings on the steering knuckle spindles. The double-row hub bearings are sealed and lubri-
cated for life. The steering knuckles turn (pivot) on ball joints integral to the outboard portion of the upper control
arms and pressed into the lower steering knuckle. The ball joints are lubricated for life.

SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION N·m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.

Shock Absorber Upper Nuts 95 70 —
Shock Absorber Clevis Bracket 81 60 —
Clevis Bracket to Lower Control Arm 169 125 —
Upper Control Arm Bolt/Nut to Body 122 90 —
Lower Control Arm Bolt 142 105 —
Lower Control Arm Bolt/Nut 169 125 —
Front Pivot
Upper Ball Joint Nut 75 55 —
Lower Ball Joint Nut 95 70 —
Stabilizer Bar Retainer Bolts 142 105 —
Stabilizer Bar Link Upper Nut 135 100 —
Stabilizer Bar Link Lower Bolt 115 85 —
Hub Bearing Knuckle Bolts 136 100 —
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SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION

CLEVIS BUSHING - 9653

BALL JOINT - 9654

PULLER - 8677
BALL JOINT - C-4212-3
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BUSHINGS
DESCRIPTION
Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened with the vehicle at normal ride height.
It is important to have the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. If springs are
not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could be affected and premature bushing wear may occur.

REMOVAL
STABILIZER BAR TO FRAME BUSHING
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front splash shield.
3. Remove the two stabilizer barretainer bracket bolts
(2).
4. Remove the bushing clamp (2).
5. Remove the stabilizer bar bushing (3).

CLEVIS BRACKET BUSHING

1. Remove the clevis bracket (3) from the shock (1)
(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/CLEVIS
BRACKET - REMOVAL).
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NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used

on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

2. Press the bushing out using special tools C-4212-F

(Press) (1), 9653–1 (driver) (4) and 9653–2
(Receiver) (2) from the lower control arm (3).

INSTALLATION
STABILIZER BAR TO FRAME BUSHING
1. Install the stabilizer bar bushing (3) to the bar (1).
2. Install the stabilizer bar bushing reatainer bracket
(2) bolts and tighten the two mounting bolts.
3. Install the front splash shield.
4. Lower the vehicle.
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CLEVIS BRACKET BUSHING

NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used
on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

1. Install the new clevis bracket bushing (3) into the

lower control arm (5) using tools C-4212-F (Press)
(1), 9653–3 (driver) (2), 9653–4 (Depth gauge) (4)
the depth gauge will automatically set the depth of
the bushing (3) in the control arm (5).

2. Install the clevis bracket (3) to the shock (1) (Refer

to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/CLEVIS BRACKET -
INSTALLATION).

HUB / BEARING
DESCRIPTION
The bearing used on the front hub of this vehicle is the combined hub and bearing unit type assembly. This unit
assembly combines the front wheel mounting hub (flange) and the front wheel bearing into a one piece unit. The
wheel mounting studs are the only replaceable component of the hub/bearing assembly.

OPERATION
The hub/bearing assembly is mounted to the steering knuckle and is retained by three mounting bolts accessible
from the back of the steering knuckle. The hub/bearing unit is not serviceable and must be replaced as an assembly
if the bearing or the hub is determined to be defective.
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REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Support the caliper, Do not let the caliper hang by
the hose.
3. Remove the disc brake caliper (1) (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL).

4. Remove the brake caliper adaptor (1) (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).
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5. Remove and discard the o-ring (2) and then

remove the disc brake rotor (1) (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -
REMOVAL).

6. Remove the wheel speed sensor nut (2).

7. Remove the wheel speed sensor (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/FRONT WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR - REMOVAL).
8. Remove the 3 hub bearing mounting bolts from the
back of the steering knuckle. Remove hub bearing
(3) from the steering knuckle.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the hub bearing (3) to the knuckle.
2. Install the hub bearing to knuckle and the 3 bolts
then tighten to 136 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the wheel speed sensor (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/FRONT WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR - INSTALLATION).
4. Install the wheel speed sensor nut (2).
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5. Install the brake rotor (1) (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/

HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -
INSTALLATION).

6. Install the brake caliper adaptor (1) (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - INSTALLATION).

7. Install the caliper (1) (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HY-

DRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS
- INSTALLATION).

8. Install the wheel and tire assembly (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
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9. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.

KNUCKLE
DESCRIPTION
The knuckle is a single casting with legs machined for the upper and lower ball joints. The knuckle also has
machined mounting locations for the front brake calipers and hub bearing.

OPERATION
The steering knuckle pivot between the upper and lower ball joint. Steering linkage attached to the knuckle allows
the vehicle to be steered.

REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.

CAUTION: Never allow the disc brake caliper to

hang from the brake hose. Damage to the brake
hose will result. Provide a suitable support to
hang the caliper securely.

3. Remove the brake caliper (1).

4. Remove the caliper adapter (1). (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).
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5. Remove the o-ring (2) and discard then remove

disc brake rotor (1). (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HY-
DRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - REMOVAL).

6. Remove the wheel speed sensor (2). (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/FRONT WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR - REMOVAL).
7. Remove the axle shaft nut. (if equipped with four
wheel drive)
8. Remove the hub/bearing (3). (Refer to 2 - SUS-
PENSION/FRONT/HUB / BEARING - REMOVAL).

9. Remove the outer tie rod end retaining nut.

10. Seperate the outer tie rod end (3) from the steer-
ing knuckle using special tool 8677(5). (Refer to
19 - STEERING/LINKAGE/TIE ROD END -
REMOVAL).
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11. Remove the lower ball joint nut.

12. Seperate the lower ball joint from the knuckle (1)
using tool C–4150A (2).

13. Remove the upper ball joint nut.

14. Seperate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using tool 8677 (1).

15. Remove the knuckle (3) from the vehicle.

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INSTALLATION
1. Install the knuckle (1) to the vehicle.
2. Install the lower ball joint into the knuckle.
3. Install the lower ball joint nut. Tighten the nut to 81
N·m (60 ft.lbs.).

4. Install the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3)
5. Install the upper ball joint nut (4). Tighten the nut to
81 N·m (60 ft.lbs.).

6. Install the outer tie rod end to the steering knuckle.

(Refer to 19 - STEERING/LINKAGE/TIE ROD END
- INSTALLATION).
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7. Install the hub/bearing (3), Tighten to 136 N·m (100

ft.lbs.). (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/HUB /
BEARING - INSTALLATION).
8. Install the axle shaft nut. Tighten the nut to 135
N·m (96 ft.lbs.).(if equipped with four wheel drive).
9. Install the wheel speed sensor (2). (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/FRONT WHEEL SPEED
SENSOR - INSTALLATION).

10. Install the disc brake rotor (1). (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -
INSTALLATION).

11. Install the caliper adapter (1). (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - INSTALLATION).
12. Install the tire and wheel assembly. (Refer to 22 -
TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
13. Perform wheel alignment (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-
SION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
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LOWER BALL JOINT

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
LOWER BALL JOINT
NOTE: If the ball joint is equipped with a lubrication fitting, grease the joint then road test the vehicle before
performing test.

1. Raise the front of the vehicle. Place safety floor stands under both lower control arms as far outboard as pos-
sible. Lower the vehicle to allow the stands to support some or all of the vehicle weight.
2. Mount a dial indicator solidly to the topside of the lower control arm and then zero the dial indicator.
3. Position the indicator plunger against the bottom surface of the steering knuckle.

NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpendicular to the machined surface of the steering knuckle.

4. Position a pry bar under the tire assembly. Pry upwards on the tire assembly.
5. If the travel exceeds 0.5 mm (0.020 in.), replace the lower ball joint (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER
BALL JOINT - REMOVAL).

REMOVAL
1. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
2. Remove the brake caliper and rotor (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -
REMOVAL).
3. Disconnect the tie rod (1) from the steering knuckle
using special tool C-3894-A (1) (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/LINKAGE/TIE ROD END - REMOVAL).
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4. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle

(3) using special tool 8677 (1).

5. Separate the lower ball joint (3) from the steering

knuckle (1) using special tool 8677 (2).

6. Remove the steering knuckle (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/KNUCKLE - REMOVAL).

7. Move the halfshaft to the side and support the halfshaft out of the way 4X4 only.
8. Chisel out the ball joint stakes.
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NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used

on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

9. Press the ball joint from the lower control arm (3)
using special tools C-4212-F (PRESS) (1),
C–4212–3 (Driver) (2) and 9654–3 (Receiver) (4).

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used
on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

1. Install the ball joint (4) into the control arm (3) and
press in using special tools C-4212-F (press) (1),
9654–1 (Driver) (5) and 9654–2 (Receiver) (2).

2. Stake the ball joint flange in four evenly spaced places around the ball joint flange, using a chisel and hammer.
3. Remove the support for the halfshaft and install into position 4X4 only.
4. Install the steering knuckle (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/KNUCKLE - INSTALLATION).
5. Install the tie rod end into the steering knuckle (Refer to 19 - STEERING/LINKAGE/TIE ROD END - INSTALLA-
TION).
6. Install and tighten the halfshaft nut to 251 N·m (185 ft. lbs.). (If Equipped).
7. Install the brake caliper and rotor (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLA-
TION).
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
9. Check the vehicle ride height (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
10. Perform a wheel alignment (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
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LOWER CONTROL ARM

DESCRIPTION
The front lower suspension arms are cast iron.

OPERATION
The bushings provide isolation from the road. The arms mount to the cradle bracket and the knuckle. The arm and
bushings provide location and react to loads from the road.

REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the steering knuckle (3). (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/KNUCKLE - REMOVAL).

4. Remove the shock clevis bracket (2) from the lower

control arm.
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5. Remove the nut and bolt from the front of the lower
control arm.
6. Remove the rear bolts and flag nuts from the lower
control arm.
7. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION
1. Position the lower suspension arm into the frame
rail bracket.
2. Install the rear bolts for the lower control arm to the
frame, Tighten to 142 N·m (105 ft lbs).
3. Install the nut and bolt for the front of the lower
control arm Tighten to 169 N·m (125 ft lbs).

4. Install the lower clevis bolt (2) at the lower control

arm and tighten to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).
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5. Install the steering knuckle (3) and tighten the nut

to 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.) (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/
FRONT/KNUCKLE - INSTALLATION).

6. Install the tire and wheel assembly.

7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Perform wheel alignment (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).

SHOCK
DESCRIPTION
The top of the shock absorbers are bolted to the body. The bottom of the shocks are bolted to the lower control
arm. The standard shocks have conventional twin tube construction and are low pressure gas charged. Gas charg-
ing prevents cavitation during rough road operation.

OPERATION
The shock absorbers dampen jounce and rebound motion of the vehicle over various road conditions and limit sus-
pension rebound travel.

REMOVAL
RIGHT FRONT
1. Remove the air box cover and air intake hose.
2. Disconnect the cruise control servo electrical connector.
3. Remove the coolant reservoir mounting bolt and move the coolant reservoir off to the side.
2 - 26 FRONT WK

4. Remove the four upper shock mounting nuts (1).

5. Raise and support the vehicle.

6. Remove the tire.
7. Remove the two brake caliper adapter bolts.
8. Support the brake caliper adaptor and caliper. Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose.
9. Remove the disc brake rotor.
10. Remove the upper ball joint nut.
11. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using special tool 8677(1).
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12. Remove the lower clevis bolt (2) at the lower con-
trol arm.
13. Remove the lower stabilizer bolt (3) at the lower
control arm.

14. Remove the shock from the vehicle.

15. Remove the spring if necessary (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL).

LEFT FRONT
1. Remove the air box cover and air intake hose.
2. Remove the 3 PDC bracket nuts (1).
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3. Move the PDC (1) off to the side to access the four
upper shock mount nuts (2).
4. Remove the four upper shock mount nuts (2).

5. Raise and support the vehicle.

6. Remove the tire.
7. Remove the two brake caliper adapter bolts.
8. Support the brake caliper adaptor and caliper. Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose.
9. Remove the disc brake rotor.
10. Remove the upper ball joint nut.
11. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using special tool 8677 (1).
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12. Remove the lower clevis bolt (2) at the lower con-
trol arm.
13. Remove the lower stabilizer bolt (3) at the lower
control arm.

14. Remove the shock (3) from the vehicle.

15. Remove the spring if necessary (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING - REMOVAL).
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INSTALLATION
RIGHT FRONT
1. Install the clevis bracket (4) to the shock (3) and
tighten to 122 N·m (90 ft. lbs.)..
2. Install the shock assembly (3) to the vehicle.

3. Install the four upper shock nuts (1), Tighten to 95

N·m ( 70 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the coolant reservoir bolt.

5. Reconnect the cruise control servo wiring connector.
6. Install the air box cover and air intake hose.
7. Raise the vehicle up.
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8. Install the lower stabilizer bolt (2) at the lower con-

trol arm.
9. Install the lower clevis bolt (3) at the lower control
arm and tighten to 169 N·m (125 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the upper ball joint into the knuckle (1) and
tighten the nut to 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
11. Install the disc brake rotor.

12. Install the caliper adaptor mounting bolts to 176 N·m (130 ft. lbs.).
13. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
14. Lower the vehicle.

LEFT FRONT
1. Install the clevis bracket (4) to the shock (3) and
tighten to 122 N·m (90 ft. lbs.)..
2. Install the shock assembly (3) to the vehicle.
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3. Install the four upper shock nuts (2), Tighten to 95

N·m ( 70 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the 3 PDC (1) bracket nuts.

5. Raise the vehicle up.

6. Install the lower stabilizer bolt (2) at the lower con-
trol arm and tighten to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the lower clevis bolt (3) at the lower control
arm and tighten to 169 N·m (125 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the upper ball joint into the knuckle (1) and
tighten the nut to 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
9. Install the disc brake rotor.

10. Install the caliper adaptor mounting bolts to 176 N·m (130 ft. lbs.).
WK FRONT 2 - 33

11. Install the tire and wheel assembly.

12. Lower the vehicle.

SPRING
REMOVAL
1. Remove the shock (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/
FRONT/SHOCK - REMOVAL).
2. Install the shock assembly in the Branick 7200T
spring removal/installation tool or equivalent (1).
3. Compress the spring (2).

4. Remove the upper shock nut (2).

NOTE: The nub (1) in the upper shock mount (3)

must be 180° from the centerline of the lower
bracket (9) on the shock (8) for proper installation.

5. Remove the shock (8).

6. Remove the shock upper mounting plate (3).
7. Remove and inspect the upper (5) and lower (7)
spring isolators.
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INSTALLATION
1. Compress the spring (2).

2. Install the lower isolator (7).

3. Position the shock (8) into the coil spring (6) make
sure the jounce bumper (4) is on the shock rod.
4. Install the upper isolator (5).

NOTE: For proper orientation the nub hole (1) in

the upper shock plate (3) must be 180° in a cen-
terline from the bracket (9) at the bottom of the
shock (8).

5. Install the upper shock mounting plate (3).

6. Install the shock upper mounting nut (2) Tighten to
39 N·m ( 25 ft. lbs.).
7. Decompress the spring.
8. Remove the shock assembly from the spring com-
pressor tool (1).
9. Install the shock assembly (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-
SION/FRONT/SHOCK - INSTALLATION).

STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
The bar extends across the front underside of the chassis and is mounted to the cradle. Links are connected from
the bar to the lower control arms. The stabilizer bar and links are isolated by rubber bushings.

OPERATION
The stabilizer bar is used to control vehicle body sway during turns. The spring steel bar helps to control the vehicle
body in relationship to the suspension.
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REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front splash shield.
3. Remove the stabilizer bar link upper nut (1) & bolt
(2).

4. Remove the two stabilizer bushing clamp bolts (2).

5. Remove the stabilizer bar (1).
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the stabilizer bar (1) to the vehicle.
2. Install the stabilizer bushing clamp (2) and tighten
the bolts to 142 N·m ( 105 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the upper stabilizer link (3) and tighten nut

(1) & bolt (2) to 135 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the front splash shield.
5. Lower the vehicle.
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STABILIZER LINK
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the upper link bolt/nut (1&2).
4. Remove the lower link bolt (6).
5. Remove the stabilizer link (3).

INSTALLATION
1. Install the stabilizer link (3) to the vehicle.
2. Install the lower link bolt (6) and tighten to 115 N·m
(85 ft. lbs.)
3. Install the upper link bolt/nut (1&2) and tighten to
135 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
5. lower the vehicle.
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UPPER BALL JOINT

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
UPPER BALL JOINT
1. Raise the front of the vehicle. Place safety floor
stands under both lower control arms as far out-
board as possible. Lower the vehicle to allow the
stands to support some or all of the vehicle weight.
2. Remove the front tires.
3. Mount a dial indicator (1) solidly to the frame and
then zero the dial indicator.
4. Position dial indicator plunger on the topside of the
upper ball joint (5).

NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpen-

dicular to the machined surface of the ball joint.

NOTE: Use care not to pry or tear the ball joint

boot, when checking the free play.

5. Position a pry bar (3) between the steering knuckle (4) and the upper control arm (2). Pry upwards on the upper
control arm.
6. If the travel exceeds 0.5 mm (0.020 in.), replace the upper ball joint (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/UPPER
BALL JOINT - REMOVAL).
7. If the upper ball joint is within specs reinstall the front tires (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).

REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and support the axle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the upper ball joint retaining nut.
4. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using special tool #8677 (1).
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5. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire from the

upper control arm (1).
6. Move the knuckle (3) out of the way to allow ball
joint removal tool access.

NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used

on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

7. Press the ball joint from the upper control arm (1)
using special tools C-4212-F (PRESS) (2) and
9652 (Driver) (3).

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used
on the threaded portions of the tool. This will
increase the longevity of the tool and insure
proper operation during the removal and installa-
tion process.

1. Install the ball joint (4) into the upper control arm
(5) and press in using special tools C-4212-F
(press) (2), 9652 (Driver) (1) and 8975–2
(Receiver) (4).
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2. Install the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3).
3. Install the upper ball joint retaining nut (4) and
tighten to 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the wheel speed sensor wire to the upper

control arm.
5. Install the tire and wheel.
6. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
7. Perform a wheel alignment (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-
SION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).

UPPER CONTROL ARM

DESCRIPTION
The upper suspension arms are forged steel and use rubber bushings at each end of the arm.

OPERATION
The arms mount to the unibody frame rail bracket and the knuckle. The arm and bushings provide location and
react to loads from the road. The bushings provide isolation from the road.
WK FRONT 2 - 41

REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and support the axle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the inner fender well (2).

4. Remove the upper ball joint retaining nut.

5. Seperate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using special tool #8677 (1).

6. Remove the wheel speed sensor wire from the

upper control arm (5).
7. Remove the nut and bolt (1) securing the upper
control arm (5) to the body.
8. Remove the upper control arm (5) from the vehicle.
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the upper control arm (5) to the vehicle.
2. Install the nut and bolt (1) securing the upper con-
trol arm (5) to the body.
3. Install the wheel speed sensor wire to the upper
control arm (5).

4. Install the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3).
5. Install the upper ball joint retaining nut (4) and
tighten the nut to 81 N·m (60 ft.lbs.).

6. Install the inner fender well (2).

7. Install the tire and wheel.
8. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
9. Perform a wheel alignment (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-
SION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
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CLEVIS BRACKET
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire.
3. Remove the two brake caliper adapter bolts (3).
4. Support the brake caliper adaptor and caliper. Do
not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose.

5. Remove the disc brake rotor.

6. Remove the upper ball joint nut (4).
7. Separate the upper ball joint (2) from the knuckle
(3) using special tool 8677.
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8. Remove the clevis bolt (2) at the shock (1).

9. Remove the lower clevis bolt/nut (4) at the lower
control arm.

10. Remove the lower stabilizer link bolt (6).

11. Remove the clevis bracket (3).

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INSTALLATION
1. Install the clevis bracket (3) to the shock (1) and
tighten to 122 N·m (90 ft. lbs.)..

2. Install the lower stabilizer link bolt (6) and tighten to

115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.)..

3. Install the lower clevis bolt/nut (4) at the lower con-

trol arm and tighten to 169 N·m (125 ft. lbs.)..
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4. Install the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3)
and tighten the nut to 75 N·m ( 55 ft. lbs.).

5. Install the disc brake rotor.

6. Install the caliper adaptor mounting bolts (3) to 25
N·m ( 18 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.
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REAR

TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page

REAR OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SPRING
SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
SPECIFICATIONS OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
LOWER CONTROL ARM INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 JOUNCE BUMPER
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
REMOVAL INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
LEFT SIDE ............... . . . . . . . . . . . 50 STABILIZER BAR
RIGHT SIDE .............. . . . . . . . . . . . 50 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
INSTALLATION OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
LEFT SIDE ............... . . . . . . . . . . . 51 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
RIGHT SIDE .............. . . . . . . . . . . . 52 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
UPPER CONTROL ARM STABILIZER LINK
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
REMOVAL BUSHINGS
LEFT SIDE ............... . . . . . . . . . . . 53 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
RIGHT SIDE .............. . . . . . . . . . . . 54 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
INSTALLATION TRACK BAR
LEFT SIDE ............... . . . . . . . . . . . 55 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
RIGHT SIDE .............. . . . . . . . . . . . 56 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
SHOCK
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

REAR
DESCRIPTION
The rear suspension is comprised of :
• Drive axle
• Shock absorbers
• Coil springs
• Lower suspension arms (3)
• Upper suspension arm
• Stabilizer bar
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CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened with the vehicle at
normal ride height. It is important to have the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fas-
teners are torqued. This will maintain vehicle ride comfort and prevent premature bushing wear.

WARNING
WARNING: Suspension components with rubber bushings must be tightened with the vehicle at normal ride
height. It is important to have the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fasteners are
torqued. If springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort will be affected and cause
premature bushing wear.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SUSPENSION

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION

VEHICLE INSTABILITY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearings. 1. Replace wheel bearings.

2. Loose, worn or bent suspension 2. Inspect, tighten or replace components

components. as necessary.
3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.

VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE 1. Weak or broken spring. 1. Replace spring.

SIDE
2. Alignment. 2. Align vehicle to specifications.
3.Tires. 3. Replace tires.
4. Brakes. 4. Repair as necassary.

KNOCKING, RATTLING 1. Worn shock bushings. 1. Replace shock.

OR SQUEAKING
2. Loose shock mounting. 2. Tighten to specifications.
3. Shock valve. 3. Replace shock.
4. Weak or broken spring. 4. Replace spring.
5. Loose, worn or bent suspension 5. Inspect, tighten or replace components
components. as necessary.

IMPROPER TRACKING 1. Loose, worn or bent suspension 1. Inspect, tighten or replace components
components. as necessary.
2. Bent axle. 2.Replace axle.
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SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION N·m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.

Shock Absorber Upper Bolt 95 70 —
Shock Absorber Lower Bolt 115 85 —
Suspension Arms Lower Axle Bracket Nut 210 155 —
Suspension Arms Lower Frame Bracket Nut 176 130 —
Suspension Arms Upper Axle Bracket Nut 136 100 —
Suspension Arms Upper Frame Bracket Nut 129 95 —
Track Bar to Axle 190 140 —
Track Bar to Rear Structure 190 140 —
Stabilizer Bar Retainer Bolts 46 34 —
Stabilizer Link Nut to Stabilizer Bar 88 65 —
Stabilizer Link to Body 102 75 —
Bolt
Jounce Bumper Bolt to Body 54 40 —

LOWER CONTROL ARM

DESCRIPTION
The lower suspension arms (3) are tubular steel and
use a voided oval bushing at the arm on the axle side.

OPERATION
The bushings provide isolation from the axle. The arms mount to the unibody frame rail bracket and the axle brack-
ets. The arm and bushings provide location and react to loads.
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REMOVAL
LEFT SIDE
1. Raise the vehicle and support the rear axle.
2. Remove the fuel tank (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TANK - REMOVAL).
3. Remove the lower suspension arm nut (2) and bolt
(1) from the axle bracket.

4. Remove the nut (1) and bolt (8) from the frame rail
and remove the lower suspension arm (9).

RIGHT SIDE
1. Raise the vehicle and support the rear axle.
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2. Remove the lower suspension arm nut (2) and bolt

(1) from the axle bracket.

3. Remove the nut (1) and bolt (8) from the frame rail
and remove the lower suspension arm (9).

INSTALLATION
LEFT SIDE
NOTE: All torques should be done with vehicle on the ground with full vehicle weight.
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1. Position the lower suspension arm (9) in the frame

rail.
2. Install the frame rail bracket bolt (8) and nut (1)
tighten to176 N·m (130 ft. lbs.).

3. Position the lower suspension arm(3) in the axle

bracket.
4. Install the axle bracket bolt (1) and nut (2) Tighten
to 210 N·m (155 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the fuel tank (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/
FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL TANK - INSTALLATION).
6. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

RIGHT SIDE
NOTE: All torques should be done with vehicle on the ground with full vehicle weight.
WK REAR 2 - 53

1. Position the lower suspension arm (9) in the frame

rail.
2. Install the frame rail bracket bolt (8) and nut (1)
tighten to176 N·m (130 ft. lbs.).

3. Position the lower suspension arm(3) in the axle

bracket.
4. Install the axle bracket bolt (1) and nut (2) Tighten
to 210 N·m (155 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

UPPER CONTROL ARM

DESCRIPTION
The suspension arm uses bushings to isolate road noise. The suspension arm is bolted through bushings to a
bracket at the body and axle.

OPERATION
The upper suspension arm provides fore/aft and lateral location of the rear axle. The suspension arm travel is lim-
ited through the use of jounce bumpers in compression and shock absorbers in rebound.

REMOVAL
LEFT SIDE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle.
3. Lower the fuel tank in order to gain access to the bolt (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL
TANK - REMOVAL).
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4. Remove the upper suspension arm nut (2) and bolt

(3) from the axle bracket.

5. Remove the nut (1) and bolt (5) from the frame rail
and remove the upper suspension arm (2).

RIGHT SIDE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle.
WK REAR 2 - 55

3. Remove the upper suspension arm nut (2) and bolt

(3) from the axle bracket.

4. Remove the nut (1) and bolt (5) from the frame rail
and remove the upper suspension arm (2).

INSTALLATION
LEFT SIDE
NOTE: All torques should be done with vehicle on the ground with full vehicle weight.
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1. Position the upper suspension arm (2) in the frame

rail bracket.
2. Install the mounting bolt (5) and nut (1) tighten to
129 N·m (95 ft. lbs.).

3. Position the upper suspension arm (4) in the axle

bracket.
4. Install the mounting bolt (3) and nut (2) tighten to
136 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
5. Raise the fuel tank back into place and secure
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/
FUEL TANK - INSTALLATION).
6. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

RIGHT SIDE
NOTE: All torques should be done with vehicle on the ground with full vehicle weight.
WK REAR 2 - 57

1. Position the upper suspension arm (2) in the frame

rail bracket.
2. Install the mounting bolt (5) and nut (1) tighten to
129 N·m (95 ft. lbs.).

3. Position the upper suspension arm (4) in the axle

bracket.
4. Install the mounting bolt (3) and nut (2) tighten to
136 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

SHOCK
DESCRIPTION
The top of the shock absorbers are bolted to the body. The bottom of the shocks are bolted to the axle brackets.
The standard shocks have conventional twin tube construction and are low pressure gas charged. Gas charging
prevents cavitation during rough road operation.

OPERATION
The shock absorbers dampen jounce and rebound motion of the vehicle over various road conditions and limit sus-
pension rebound travel.
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REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Position a hydraulic
jack under the axle to support the axle.
2. Remove the upper nut and bolt (1) from the frame
bracket.

3. Remove the lower nut and bolt from the axle

bracket (2). Remove the shock absorber (1).
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the shock absorber (2) in the frame bracket
and install the bolt (1) and nut.

2. Install the shock absorber (1) in the axle bracket

(2) and install the bolt and nut.
3. Tighten the upper mounting nuts to 95 N·m (70 ft.
lbs.). Tighten the lower mounting nuts to 115 N·m
(85 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

SPRING
DESCRIPTION
The coil springs mount up in the wheelhouse which is part of the unitized body bracket. A rubber doughnut isolator
is located between the top and bottom of the spring. The isolators provide road noise isolation

OPERATION
The coil springs control ride quality and maintain proper ride height.
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REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Position a hydraulic
jack under the axle to support the axle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove the lower shock bolt (3) from the axle
bracket.
4. Remove the stabilizer bar link from the body rail.
5. Lower the hydraulic jack and tilt the axle and
remove the coil spring (4).
6. Remove and inspect the spring isolators.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the upper isolator.
2. Install the lower isolator (3).
3. Pull down on the axle and position the coil spring
(1) in the lower isolator.
4. Raise the axle with the hydraulic jack.
5. Install the shock absorber (3) to the axle bracket
and tighten to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the stabilizer bar link to the body rail, tighten
to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the wheel and tire assemblies.
8. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
WK REAR 2 - 61

JOUNCE BUMPER
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Position a hydraulic
jack under the axle to support the axle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Remove the lower shock bolt (3) from the axle
bracket.
4. Remove the stabilizer bar link from the body rail.
5. Lower the hydraulic jack and tilt the axle and
remove the coil spring (4).

6. Remove the jounce bumper (6).

INSTALLATION
1. Install the jounce bumper, Tighten to 54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the upper isolator.
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3. Install the lower isolator (1).

4. Pull down on the axle and position the coil spring
in the lower isolator.
5. Raise the axle with the hydraulic jack.
6. Install the shock absorber to the axle bracket and
tighten to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.)..
7. Install the stabilizer bar link to the body rail, Tighten
to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.).
8. Install the wheel and tire assemblies.
9. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.

STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
The stabilizer bar extends across the front of the rear axle. Links are connected between the bar and frame rail. The
stabilizer bar has a bushing at the body attachment and a ball joint at the stabilizer bar attachment.

OPERATION
The stabilizer bar is used to control vehicle body roll, during turns. The bar helps control the vehicle body in rela-
tionship to the suspension.

REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove both rear tire assemblies.
3. Remove the stabilizer bar links from stabilizer bar.
4. Remove the stabilizer bar retainer bolts from the
retainer (2).
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5. Remove the stabilizer bar (1) by twisting it out and

around the rotor and caliper from the right rear side
of the vehicle.

INSTALLATION
1. Twist and rotate to position the stabilizer bar (1) on
the axle from the right rear side of the vehicle.

2. Install the retainers (2) and bolts. Ensure the bar is

centered with equal spacing on both sides. Tighten
the bolts to 54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.).
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3. Install the links to the stabilizer bar.

4. Tighten the nuts at the stabilizer bar to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the tire and wheel assemblies.
6. Remove support and lower the vehicle.

STABILIZER LINK
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear tire.
3. Support the rear axle with a jack.
4. Remove the upper link bolt at the frame.
5. Remove the lower link nut at the stabilizer bar.
6. Remove stabilizer link.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the upper bolt for the stabilizer link to the frame and tighten to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the stabilizer link to the stabilizer bar.
3. Install the nut and tighten to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove the jack and lower the vehicle.

BUSHINGS
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove the stabilizer bushing clamp.
3. Remove the bushing from the stabilizer bar.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the bushing to the stabilizer bar.
2. Install the stabilizer bar bushing clamp and bolts. Tighten the bolts to 46 N·m (34 ft.lbs.).
3. Lower the vehicle.
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TRACK BAR
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Position a hydraulic
jack under the axle to support the axle.
2. Remove the track bar bolt (3) and nut (2) from the
frame bracket.
3. Remove the left lower shock bolt at the axle.
4. Pry in between the coil springs to remove track bar
bolt.

5. Remove the track bar bolt (3) and nut (2) from the
axle bracket.
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the track bar (1) to the vehicle.
2. Pry in between the coil springs to install track bar
bolt (3).
3. Install the track bar bolt (3) and nut (2) in the frame
bracket.

4. Install the track bar (1) into the axle bracket.

5. Install the track bar bolt (3) and nut (2) in the axle
bracket.
6. Install the left lower shock bolt to the axle Tighten
to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.).
7. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
8. Tighten the upper mounting nuts to 190 N·m (140
ft. lbs.). Tighten the lower mounting nuts to 190
N·m (140 ft. lbs.). with full vehicle weight.