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PR193
7. Secure the lower shock eyelets with cap screws and
lock nuts. Tighten to 42 ft-lb.
HDX293
8. Connect the front drive actuator connector to the
main harness; then secure the wires to the frame with
nylon ties.
9. Apply a light coat of multi-purpose grease to the hub
splines; then install the hubs (see Hub in this sec-
tion).
10. Install the wheels and using a crisscross pattern,
tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb increments to a final
torque of 40 ft-lb (steel wheel), 60 ft-lb (aluminum
wheel w/black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheel w/
chrome nuts).
11. Remove the vehicle from the support stand.
12. Install the belly panel.
Drive Axles
REMOVING REAR DRIVE AXLE
1. Remove the hubs (see Hub in this section).
2. Remove the cap screw and lock nut securing the
knuckle to the upper A-arm. Discard the lock nut.
PR962
3. While holding the drive axle stationary, pull the top
of the knuckle out and down until it is free of the
drive axle.
PR963
4. Place a drain pan under the vehicle to contain any oil
leakage; then pushing the axle shaft in, pull the axle
assembly from the gear case.
PR729C
REMOVING FRONT DRIVE AXLE
NOTE: For removing a front drive axle, see Front
Differential in this section.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING AXLES
NOTE: Always clean and inspect the drive axle
components to determine if any service or replace-
ment is necessary.
1. Using a clean towel, wipe away any oil or grease
from the axle components.
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