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WC300
4. Remove the hub nut and Belleville washer securing
the hub.
5. Remove and discard the cap screws securing the
brake caliper to the knuckle and remove the caliper
from the knuckle; then remove the hub/brake disc
assembly.
WC314
6. Remove the sway bar link; then remove the nut from
the front trailing arm cross-mount through-bolt but
do not remove the bolt at this time.
WC807A
7. Using a tarp strap or nylon straps, support the sus-
pension/axle assembly and remove the support from
under the trailing arm.
8. Drive the roll-pin out and remove the nut from the
trailing arm rear knuckle pivot; then remove the for-
ward cross-mount bolt and remove the lower trailing
arm.
WC305A
INSPECTING
1. Inspect the arm for any signs of metal fatigue,
cracked or broken welds, or severe dents or gouges.
2. Check the pivot seals and bushings for signs of dirt
or water contamination and corrosion.
3. Check the knuckle pivot bushing for excessive wear.
4. Check the shock mount for wear or fatigue cracks
where welded to the arm surface.
INSTALLING
1. Using new seals, install the front cross-mount onto
the lower trailing arm and tighten the nut to 60 ft-lb;
then place the assembly into the vehicle and secure
with the cross-mount through-bolt. Tighten the nut to
60 ft-lb.
WC311
2. Slide the trailing arm into the knuckle and secure
with the nut. Tighten the nut to 60 ft-lb; then install a
new roll-pin.
WC305A