Maintenance, Service, and Repair
Front Axle Page 14
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the “OFF” position, then remove
the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the center “OFF” position.
3. Set the park brake.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack stands, of adequate capacity
to lift and support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting and support devices
of rated load capacity may result in severe bodily injury.
Hub with Dust Cap Removed
REPLACE THE STEERING KNUCKLE
6. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with jack stands.
7. Remove the tire/wheel assembly. Refer to Tires and Wheels section for information regarding
removing the tire/wheel assembly.
8. Remove the hub bearing cap, cotter pin and nut,
then remove the hub from the steering knuckle.
NOTE: For a front disc brake option you must
remove the brake body before
removing the hub. Refer to the
Brakes section for information
regarding the removal of the brake
body. Do not remove the hydraulic
brake line from the brake body. If the
brake line is removed then it will be
necessary to bleed the brakes.
NOTE: Catch the outer bearing as it falls out.
9. Remove the drag link and/or tie rod from the steering knuckle. Refer to Replace the Ball
Joints, Tie Rods, Drag Link in this section for information regarding removal of the drag link or
tie rod.
10. While supporting the knuckle, remove the king pin and thrust bearing.
11. Remove the knuckle from the axle.
12. Thoroughly clean and/or replace all bearings, nuts, washers, and bushings.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables at the batteries.
16. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels.
17. Release the park brake and test drive the vehicle.
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