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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the upper ball joint (1) to the steering knuckle.
  2. Install the upper ball joint retaining bolts (2) and stud (1). Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 ft lbs).
  3. Install the nut (1) retaining the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use the J 44664  (2) in order to tighten the joint. Tighten the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle nut to 200 N.m (147 ft lbs).
  4. Install the bracket (7) to the axle.
  5. Install the bolt (8) and nut (2) retaining the bracket to the axle. Tighten the bolt and nut to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
  6. Install the bolt (4) retaining the brake hose bracket (3) to the axle. Tighten the brake hose bracket retaining bolt to 12 N.m (106 in lbs).
  7. Install the tire and wheel.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Perform a four wheel alignment. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS .
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