Section 308 (Front Axle): Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Bolts & Rear Axle Bracket

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Lift the axle into vehicle.
Install the bolts (1) in the rear axle bracket (1) and tighten to 88 N.m (65 ft. lbs.).

Fig 2: Identifying Nut/Bolt & Right Axle
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Install the bolt (1) and nut in the right axle (2) bracket and tighten to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Identifying Oil Filter Drain Tray & Vent Hose
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Install the oil filter drain tray (1) and vent hose (2) on the differential cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Front Axle Bracket Cradle Nut & Front Axle Bracket Bolts
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Install the front axle bracket bolts (2) and nuts on the axle housing. Tighten the front axle bracket bolt (1) and nut in the front crossmember to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).

Fig 5: Identifying Half Shaft & Knuckle
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Install the RH axle shaft (1) into the axle, steering knuckle (2), and hub bearing.

Fig 6: Identifying Upper Ball Joint Nuts & Steering Knuckles
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Install the upper ball joints into the steering knuckles (2) and tighten nuts (1) to specifications.
Install both brake calipers. Refer to CALIPER, DISC BRAKE, INSTALLATION .

Fig 7: Identifying Tie Rod End & Steering Knuckle
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Install the tie rod ends (1) on the steering knuckles (2) and tighten to specifications.

Fig 8: Identifying Shocks Clevis & Nuts
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Align the shock clevises (1) with the lower control arms and install the clevis brackets. Refer to BRACKET, CLEVIS, INSTALLATION .

Fig 9: Identifying Stabilizer Bar Link & Bolts
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Install the stabilizer bar links (1) and tighten bolts (2) to specifications.

Fig 10: Identifying Hub Nut & Half Shaft
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Install the new half shaft (2) hub nuts (1) and tighten to 136 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).

Fig 11: Axle Flange
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Install the propeller shaft with reference marks (1, 2) aligned.
NOTE:
Clean propeller shaft bolts and apply Mopar Lock and Seal Adhesive or equivalent to the threads before installation.
Install the propeller shaft bolts and tighten to specifications.
Install the front wheel and tire assemblies.
Fill the differential with gear lubricant.
Install the skid plate, if equipped.