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Removal & Installation: Installation

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  1. Install NEW snap ring to inboard joint shaft. Set snap ring with opening side facing downward on axle shaft.
  2. Coat appropriate gear oil to inboard joint shaft and differential case sliding surface.
  3. Using brass drift and hammer, install axle shaft.
  4. When axle shaft is installed, check that there is .08-12" (2-3 mm) of play in axial direction. Check that axle shaft can not be removed by hand.
  5. Install upper side of shock absorber to chassis frame with 3 nuts. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Connect lower side of shock absorber to lower suspension arm with bolt, washer and nut. Tighten to specification. See Figure.
  7. Install lower ball joint to lower suspension arm. Install nut and NEW cotter pin. Face the hole of the cotter pin in forward direction.
  8. While applying brakes, install axle shaft lock nut. Tighten to specification. Install lock cap and NEW cotter pin.
  9. Fill differential with appropriate oil. Check for proper fluid level.
  10. Install lower engine cover.
  11. Install front wheels.