Installation Procedure
Oil Pump Flow Control Solenoid Valve (2) - Install
- Oil Pump Flow Control Solenoid Valve Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Connect the electrical connector at the oil pump flow control valve (1).
- NOTE:
- Ensure that the sealing surface is clear of oil, grease and old sealant material.
- Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
- The bolts must be installed and fastened to final torque specification immediately after the component is installed.
Apply a 4.0 mm (0.158 in) bead of sealer (1) to the oil pan sealing surface. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- NOTE:
Ensure the alignment pins are properly aligned when installing the oil pan.
Lower Oil Pan (1) - Install NEW
Oil Pan Bolt (1) - Install and hand tighten [23x]
- Oil Pan Bolt (1) - Tighten in sequence [23x] - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
The front axle may have to be maneuvered to install it into the vehicle.
Front Axle (1) - Install
- Front Axle Vent Hose - Connect
Front Differential Carrier Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Differential Carrier Bolt (2) - Install
- Front Differential Carrier Bracket Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Crossmember (1) - Install
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Reinforcement Bolt (2) - Install [4x]
- Using the EN-45059-A Angle Meter, install and tighten the 4 drivetrain and front suspension frame reinforcement nuts (1). Fastener Specifications
Front Differential Carrier Bolt (2) - Install NEW
- Front Differential Carrier Nut (1) - Install
- Using the EN-45059-A Angle Meter, tighten the front differential carrier nut (1). Fastener Specifications
Connect the front drive axle actuator electrical connector (1).
- Reposition the harness and secure the two harness retainers (2).
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Front Axle Propeller Shaft (1) - Install
- Align the reference marks made between the front axle propeller shaft (1) and the front differential drive pinion gear yoke.
- Front Axle Propeller Shaft Washer (3) - Install [3x]
- Install the 6 front axle propeller shaft bolts (2) and tighten in a crisscross pattern. Fastener Specifications
- Apply anti-corrosion wax to the frame shock tower. Anti-Corrosion Treatment And Repair
- Support the front shock absorber using a suitable jack stand.
Reposition the air line, then install and tighten the air line nut (1). Fastener Specifications
Front Shock Absorber (1) - Install
Front Shock Absorber Nut (1) - Install and tighten [3x] - Fastener Specifications
- Remove the front shock absorber support.
Front Shock Absorber Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Reposition and install the chassis wiring harness bracket (1) to the frame shock tower.
Connect the electrical connector for the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (1) and the front air shock harness electrical connector (2).
Remove any buildup from the front differential carrier output shaft lead in chamfer (1) using an abrasive pad and wipe clean with a shop cloth.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) - Install NEW
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) - Install NEW
- Apply a thin coating of grease to the splines of the front wheel drive half shaft and front differential carrier output shaft. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the wheel hub.
- Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the front axle.
- Ensure that the left front wheel drive half shaft (1) is fully seated in front differential carrier by pulling on the inner joint.
- Support the steering knuckle with a suitable jack stand.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Install the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (3) with the harnesses (1).
- Electronic Suspension Rear Vertical Accelerometer Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) - Install
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) - Install
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install
- Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
Only the left front wheel is equipped with the front disc brake pad wear sensor.
Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (1) @ Front Brake Caliper - Install
Remove any buildup from the front differential carrier output shaft lead in chamfer (1) using an abrasive pad and wipe clean with a shop cloth.
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Seal (2) - Install NEW
- Front Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Ring (1) - Install NEW
- Apply a thin coating of grease to the splines of the front wheel drive half shaft and front differential carrier output shaft. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the wheel hub.
- Install the front wheel drive half shaft (1) into the front axle.
- Ensure that the right front wheel drive half shaft (1) is fully seated in front differential carrier by pulling on the inner joint.
- Support the steering knuckle with a suitable jack stand.
Front Upper Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Install the harness (1) and the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (3).
- Electronic Suspension Rear Vertical Accelerometer Bolt (2) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Wheel Speed Sensor (2) - Install
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket (4) - Install
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Bolt (3) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install
- Front Brake Caliper Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Brake Hose Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Have an assistant apply the brakes.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Install NEW and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution
Front Wheel Drive Shaft Nut (1) - Install NEW and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Steel Wheel) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Aluminum Wheel)
Front Differential Carrier Oil Filler Plug (1) - Remove
- Inspect the gear lubricant level, it should be 16 - 22 mm (0.6-0.9 in) below the plug opening.
- If the level is low, add gear lubricant until the level is 16 - 22 mm (0.6-0.9 in) below the plug opening. Use the appropriate axle lubricant: Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Front Differential Carrier Oil Filler Plug (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
{with RC1} Install the underbody skid shield:
- Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Install
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Fastener Specifications
{With WTX} Install the underbody skid shield:
- Underbody Skid Shield (2) - Install
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
- NOTE:
Support the front stabilizer shaft.
Front Stabilizer Shaft (3) - Install
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Clamp (2) - Install [2x]
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [4x] - Fastener Specifications
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Front Lower Control Arm - Install
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link @ Lower Control Arm - Install
- Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut (1) - Install and tighten - Fastener Specifications
- Fill the engine oil to the proper level with NEW engine oil. Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
- Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
- Turn service mode off.
- With the vehicle off the hoist and on flat level ground, use the scan tool to reset trim heights. Trim Height Inspection
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution
Prior to installing the front shock absorber, you MUST apply anti-corrosion wax to the frame shock tower.
Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .