Axle R & I: Installation

Install axle and axle-to-frame pivot bolt finger tight. See Fig 1. Install opposite end of axle on radius arm. Install axle-to-radius arm bolt from underneath bracket and tighten to specification.
Install lower spring seat on radius arm. Ensure spring seat hole indexes over radius arm-to-axle bolt. Install remaining components. Tighten axle-to-frame pivot bolt to specification with vehicle at normal operating height. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE at end of article.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Axle Pivot Bracket Assembly

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