Front Axle - 216FBI

Fig 1: Front Reference Mark

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NOTE: Procedure is the same for a 4x2 tube axle except for propeller shaft and axle vent removal.

With transmission in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
Position and secure a lift under the axle.
Mark an installation reference line across the front propeller shaft flange (1) and the axle flange (2).

Fig 2: Tru-Lok Harness
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Disconnect Tru-Lok wiring connectors (1,2) and axle vent hose.

Fig 3: Front Wheel Speed Sensor
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Remove brake calipers and rotors.
Remove wheel speed sensors (1) from hub bearings.
Remove brake lines and sensor wiring from axle.

Fig 4: Stabilizer Link
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Remove stabilizer bar links (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 5: Shock Absorber
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Remove shock absorbers (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 6: Track Bar Axle Side
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Remove track bar bolt (1) and track bar (2) from axle bracket.

Fig 7: Steering Damper
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Remove steering damper (1) from axle bracket (2).

Fig 8: Drag Link
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Remove drag link (1) and tie rod ends (2) from steering knuckles.

Fig 9: Upper Control Arm
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Remove upper control arms (1) from axle brackets (2).

Fig 10: Lower Control Arm
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Mark lower control arm cams (1) for installation reference and loosen nuts (2).
Lower axle enough to remove coil springs from axle.
Remove lower control arm bolts remove axle from vehicle.