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Removal & Installation

  1. Raise vehicle. Allow rear hub and carrier assembly to hang free. Drain lubricant. Remove rear wheels and brake drums. Remove parking brake cable. Disconnect drive shaft and brake lines. Disconnect vent hose from assembly. Support assembly. Disconnect height sensor, ABS sensor and brake proportional valve linkage (if equipped).
  2. Disconnect shock absorbers at assembly. Remove stabilizer shaft (if equipped). Remove "U" bolt nuts, washers, spacers and spring plates. Lower and remove assembly from vehicle.
  3. To install assembly, reverse removal procedure. Bleed brake system. Adjust height sensing and brake proportional valve linkage (if equipped).