23.
On manual transmission models you will need to remove
the shifter arm from the center console of the truck and
make a small bend in the shift arm as shown below. SEE
PHOTO BELOW AND IN NEXT COLUMN.
Shifter Unbent
Shifter Bent
24.
Locate the Fabtech transmission crossmember spacers
FT50024 and
(FT50205 Pan Bolt Taper Insert for 97-02
Models only
). Using the correct supplied bolts and washers
for your year Jeep, ½” x 3 1/4”(1997-2002) or 12mm-1.5 x
69.5mm (2003) reattach factory crossmember to the truck
with the Fabtech spacer between the frame and the
crossmember. Torque bolts to 85 ft lbs. On 97-02 models,
place the Pan Bolt Taper Inset into the crossmember before
the bolting the crossmember to the frame. SEE PHOTOS
BELOW AND ON NEXT PAGE.
