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5. Inspect the bearing dust seal. If necessary, install a new dust seal.
6. Using a hammer and chisel, remove the dust seal.
7. Using the special tools, install the dust seal.
8. Install the knuckle. For additional information, refer to
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Wheel Studs
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is
necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used
as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
3. Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 04 .
4. Using the special tool, remove and discard the wheel stud.
Installation CAUTION: Do not use air tools to install the wheel stud. The serrations in the hub flange
can be stripped.
1. Install the wheel stud. 1. Position a new wheel stud in the hub flange making sure the serrations on the stud line up with the serrations in the flange.
2. Position washers and a reversed wheel nut on the wheel stud.
3. Tighten the wheel nut until the wheel stud seats on the back of the hub flange.
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C-
Frame and Clamp Assembly
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2. Remove the wheel nut and washers. Discard the nut.
3. Install the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to
Section 206 - 04 .
4. Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
5. Lower the vehicle. Klj . 2 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Upper Arm
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital
components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with
the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is
necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used
as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Mark the rear shock absorber (18125) relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).
2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
3. Support the differential housing with a jack stand.
4. Disconnect the upper arm and bushing (5500) from the axle. 1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2. Disconnect the arm and bushing from the axle.
5. Remove the upper arm and bushing from the mounting bracket. 1. Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2. Remove the arm and bushing.
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Installation
1. Install the upper arm and bushing to the mounting bracket. 1. Position the arm and bushing.
2. Install a new nut and bolt. Do not tighten at this time.
2. Connect the upper arm and bushing to the axle. 1. Position the arm and bushing.
2. Install a new nut and bolt. Do not tighten at this time.
3. Raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the previously established alignment mark (curb height). Klj . 2 ba
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4. Tighten the arm and bushing-
to-mounting bracket bolt.
5. Tighten the arm and bushing- to-axle bolt.
6. Lower the suspension and remove the jack stand.
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