Axle Beam Pivot Bushing: Removal
- Raise and support vehicle so axle beam pivot bolt is not under load.
- Remove 2 nuts holding axle beam to body and tap out pivot bolt.
- Press out bushing. Select new bushing and press bushing into place. Loosely install mounting on axle beam. Concave washer and bolt head must face toward outside of vehicle. Bolt head must recess into washer.
- Align mount as shown in Fig 1. Tighten pivot bolt nut. Lower vehicle.
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (mkg) |
|---|---|
| Shock Absorber-to-Axle Beam | 32 (4.5) |
| Piston Shock Absorber Top Mounting | 23 (3.2) |
| Coil Spring Retainer-to-Piston Rod | 14 (2.0) |
| Rear Axle Beam-to-Mounting Pad | 43 (6.0) |
| Rear Axle Mounting-to-Body | 32 (4.5) |