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Removal (FWD)

  1. Remove hole cover. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly.
  2. Remove caliper and disc assembly. See Figure. Remove cotter pin, lock cap, lock nut, washer and outer bearing (components vary between applications). Remove hub assembly or brake drum assembly (depending on application). Remove dust cover (if equipped).
  3. Disconnect and remove rear speed sensor (if equipped). Disconnect parking brake cable from brake assembly and torsion axle and arm assembly. Remove brake assembly. Disconnect brake hose. Remove brake hose bracket from torsion axle and arm assembly.
  4. Remove dust cap from top of shock assembly. See Figure. Slightly raise torsion axle and arm assembly using a floor jack. Remove upper and lower shock absorber mounting nuts. Remove shock absorber. Disconnect lateral rod from body. Remove trailing arm bolts. Lower jack, and remove rear suspension assembly from vehicle.