Figure 22
5)
Remove the 4 screws attaching the cover boot to
the cover. Slide the boot upward to expose the opening in
the cover and floor pan.
6)
Shift the transmission into 2nd and reverse. Verify
a minimum of 1/8” clearance between the shift lever and
floor pan. If necessary, enlarge the opening in the floor pan
with a half round file.
7)
Reposition the cover boot. Install one screw on the
left side or 9 o’clock position.
8)
Rotate the boot clockwise to match the increased
floor pan opening. Mark and drill the three new mounting
holes. See figure 23.
Figure 23
9)
Reinstall the cover boot, console, and shift boot.
FINAL CHECKS & ADJUSTMENTS
1)
Install the wheels and lower the vehicle to the
ground. Tighten lug nuts to 80-110 ft-lbs.
2)
Torque the axle mounts for both the front and rear
lower links to 85 ft-lbs. Torque the frame mounts for the
both the front and rear lower links to 130 ft-lbs.
3)
Apply grease to the new lower suspension arms.
DO NOT OVER GREASE!
4)
Attach the lower mount of the front track bar to the
newly drilled hole using the OE hardware. Torque to 55 ft-
lbs.
5)
Torque the upper and lower mounts of the rear
track bar to 70 ft-lbs.
6)
Turn the front wheels completely left then right.
Verify adequate tire, wheel, and brake hose clearance.
Inspect steering and suspension for tightness and proper
operation.
7)
With the suspension at maximum extension (full
droop), inspect and rotate all axles and drive shafts. Check
for binding and proper slip yoke insertion. The slip yoke
should be inserted a minimum of one inch into the transfer
case and/or transmission.
8)
Readjust headlamps. Have vehicle Aligned to
manufacturer’s specifications.
Alignment Specifications
Adjustment
Preferred
Range
Caster
7
°
±
1.0
°
Camber (fixed angle)
-0.25
°
±
0.63
°
Toe-In (each wheel)
0.15
°
±
0.15
°
Thrust Angle
0
±
0.15
°