Section 10 (Rear Axle - 11 1/2 Aa): Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise axle with lift and align to the leaf spring (1) centering bolts.
- Install axle U-bolts (5) and tighten to 149 N.m (110 ft. lbs.).
- Install shock absorbers to axle and tighten to specification.
- Install all brake components.
- Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned and tighten to specification.
- Install axle vent hose.
- Fill differential to specifications.
- Remove lift from axle and lower the vehicle.