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Section 1669 (Front Axle - 235 Aa (9 1/4) - 2500 Hd): Removal

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  1. With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
  2. Remove brake calipers and rotors.
  3. Disconnect ABS wheel speed sensors.
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  4. Remove the brake line bracket bolt (1) from the control arm brackets.
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  5. Remove the brake line bolt (1) from the coil spring lower bracket.
  6. Disconnect axle vent hose.
  7. Remove front propeller shaft.
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  8. Disconnect the 4WD actuator (2) connector.
  9. Remove stabilizer bar links at the axle brackets.
  10. Remove track bar bolt from the axle. Refer to TRACK BAR, FRONT, REMOVAL .
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  11. Disconnect the left tie rod end (1) from the steering knuckle.
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  12. Disconnect the right tie rod (1) from the steering knuckle.
  13. Disconnect the drag link (2) from the right steering knuckle.
  14. Disconnect the steering damper from the axle bracket (3).
    NOTE:

    Secure steering components that are not removed.

  15. Position lift under the axle assembly and secure axle to lift.
  16. Mark suspension alignment cams for installation reference.
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  17. Remove lower shock absorbers bolts (1) from axle brackets.
  18. Remove the upper and lower bolts (2 and 3) from the left and right control arms.
  19. Lower the axle. The coil springs will drop with the axle.
  20. Remove coil springs from the axle bracket.