Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft

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Install the wheel drive shaft in the steering knuckle.

Fig 2: View Of Hub Nut & Washer

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IMPORTANT: Install the NEW nut and washer, but DO NOT tighten at this time.

Install the NEW nut (1) and washer (2).

Fig 3: View Of Wheel Drive Shaft Retaining Bolts

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Install the retaining bolts and finger tighten.

Fig 4: Tightening Hub Nut

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Insert a drift or large screwdriver through the brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent the wheel drive shaft from turning.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the wheel driver shaft retaining bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the retaining bolts to 79 N.m (58 lb ft).
Tighten the wheel drive shaft retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the retaining nut to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
Remove the drift or large screwdriver from the brake rotor.
Install the shock module. Refer to Shock Module Replacement .
Install the stabilizer shaft link from the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (1500 Series) or Stabilizer Shaft Replacement (2500 Series) .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.