Installation Procedure

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Install the lower control arms. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
Carefully lower the vehicle in order to attach the frame to the body.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Frame-To-Body Bolts
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NOTE: Do not tighten the fasteners at this time.
Loosely install NEW front frame-to-body bolts.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Frame To Body Bolts
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Position the reinforcement (1) to the vehicle.
Loosely install NEW rear frame to body bolts (2).
Loosely install the reinforcement bolts (3).
Raise the vehicle away from the J 39580.
Install the power steering cooler line retainer clips to the frame.

Fig 3: Identifying Ball Joint Stud To Steering Knuckle
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Connect the ball joint stud to the steering knuckle. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .

Fig 4: Identifying Steering Gear To Frame Bolts
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Remove the mechanics wire and install the steering gear to the frame.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 5: Identifying Transmission Mount-To-Frame Bolt
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Install the transmission mount-to-frame bolt.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

Fig 6: Identifying Rear Transmission Mount-To-Frame Bolts
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Install the rear transmission mount-to-frame bolts (3).
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the stabilizer shaft clamp.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 7: Identifying Frame-To-Body Reinforcement Bolts
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Tighten the frame-to-body reinforcement bolts (3).
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts (3) to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 8: Identifying Frame-To-Body Bolts
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Tighten the frame-to-body bolts.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
Install the front air dam fasteners.
Install the side splash shield-to-frame fasteners.
Install the front wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the engine support fixture.
Untie the radiator, air conditioning condenser, and fan module assembly from the upper radiator support.
Align the front suspension. Refer to FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT .