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Rear Axle-8 1/4: Installation

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  1. Raise the axle with lifting device and align to the leaf spring centering bolts.
  2. Install spring clamps and spring plates. Tighten the U-bolt nuts to 149 N-m (110 ft. lbs.).
  3. Install shock absorbers and tighten nuts to 82 N-m (60 ft. lbs.).
  4. Install RWAL sensor into the differential housing.
  5. Install parking brake cables, cable brackets and brake drums. Refer to Brakes for procedures.
  6. Connect brake hose to axle junction block.
  7. Install stabilizer bar and center it with equal spacing on both sides. Tighten axle bolts to 54 N-m (40 ft. lbs.).
  8. Install axle vent hose.
  9. Install propeller shaft with reference marks aligned. Tighten bolts to 108 N-m (80 ft. lbs.).
  10. Install the wheels and tires.
  11. Add gear lubricant, if necessary. Refer to Lubricant Specifications for lubricant requirements.
  12. Remove lifting device from axle and lower the vehicle.
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