Installation (1500 Series Utility Without 4-Wheel Steering)
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- Install the backing plate to the axle housing flange.
- Install the backing plate nuts.
- Tighten the backing plate nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE SHOES .
- Install the axle shaft. See AXLE SHAFTS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in the appropriate DIFFERENTIALS article in DRIVELINE/AXLES.
- Adjust the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.
- Install the rotor. See BRAKE ROTOR .
- Install the rear park brake cable end to the park brake actuator lever.
- Install the park brake cable to the mounting bracket until the locking tabs snap into place.
- Install the park brake cable to the equalizer bar by pulling down on the cable in front of the equalizer and installing the cable to the equalizer bar.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Lower vehicle.
- Adjust the park brake. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.