All vehicles
NOTE:
The rear suspension upper arm bolts must be tightened with the vehicle at curb height
NOTE:
The rear suspension upper arms are interchangeable from side-to-side with "FRONT" and "OUTBOARD" stamped on the side of the arms for positioning during installation.
- Position the rear suspension upper arm to the frame bracket and install a new pivot bolt and nut. Insert the bolt so the nut faces inboard. Do not tighten at this time.
- Raise the axle assembly to the position that compresses the shock absorber to the previously established alignment mark (curb height).
- Tighten the pivot bolts Remove the special tool 014-00942 or equivalent. Lower the vehicle.