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Rear Axle Replacement: Installation

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  1. Install the brake pipes and the brake hoses to the rear axle.
  2. Position the rear axle under the vehicle.
  3. Install the control arm bolts.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
    CAUTION: This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
    • The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust.
    • The fastener develops 4 N.m (37 lb in) of torque/drag against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.
    If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
  4. Install the control arm nuts. Tighten the control arm nuts to 220 N.m (162 lb ft).
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  6. Use the utility stand in order to raise the rear axle.
  7. Install the rear axle coil springs, the spring seats and the spring insulators. Refer to one of the following:
  8. Install the backing plate. Refer to BRAKE BACKING PLATE .
  9. Install the park brake cables to the rear axle.
  10. Install the intermediate brake hoses to the rear axle brake pipes.
  11. Bleed the brake system. Refer to BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
  12. Install the rear tires and wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
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