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Introduction

0 Lubrication & Maintenance2 Suspension3 Differential & Driveline5 Brakes7 Cooling

8A Audio/Video8B Chime/Buzzer8E Electronic Control Modules8F Engine Systems8G Heated Systems8H Horn8I Ignition Control8J Instrument Cluster8L Lamps8N Power Systems8O Restraints8P Speed Control8Q Vehicle Theft Security8R Wipers/Washers8W Wiring

9 Engine11 Exhaust System13 Frame & Bumpers14 Fuel System19 Steering21 Transmission22 Tires/Wheels23 Body24 Heating & Air Conditioning25 Emissions Control

Component and System Index

Service Manual Comment Forms (Rear of Manual)

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ladata concerning the vehicle. Refer to the VINDECODING INFORMATION table to determine thei

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D7 = Sprinter, 4042 mm (159 in.) in connection with 169 wheels, Van 8,001 to9,000 lbs. class G

VA INTRODUCTION 17 & 8 Engine 41 = 2.7L 5 cyl. Diesel9 Check Digit10 Model Year 3 = 200311 Assembly Plant 5 = Dsseldorf Plant, Germany5 & 6 Model, Cab, Weight

D3 = SprinterD4 = SprinterClass 3D5 = SprinterClass 3D6 = Sprinter9,000 lbs. cla12 Thru 17 Vehicle5 mm (158 in.) wheelbase, 8,001 up to 9,000 lbs. class G0 mm (140 in.) wheelbase, Van 10,001 up to 14,000 lbs.

5 mm (158 in.) wheelbase, Van 10,001 up to 14,000 lbs.

7 mm (140 in.) in connection with 169 wheels, Van 8,001 todentification of a vehicle.

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POSITION INTERPRETATION

1, 2 & 3 World Manufacturer Code WD2 = TruckWD5 = Multi-

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EHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

NTERNATIONAL SYMBOLSDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ASTENER IDENTIFICATIONDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ASTENER USAGEDESCRIPTION - FASTENER USAGE . . . . . . . . . 5

THREADED HOLE REPAIRDESCRIPTION - THREADED HOLE REPAIR . . . . 5

METRIC SYSTEMDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

TORQUE REFERENCESDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

EHICLE IDENTIFICATIONUMBER

ESCRIPTIONThe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is

ocated on the lower windshield fence next to the left-pillar. The VIN contains 17 characters that provide

To protect the consumer from theft and possiblefraud the manufacturer is required to include aCheck Digit at the ninth position of the Vehicle Iden-tification Number. The check digit is used by themanufacturer and government agencies to verify theauthenticity of the vehicle and official documenta-tion. The formula to use the check digit is notreleased to the general public.Build Sequence

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

DESCRIPTIONThe graphic symbols illustrated in the following

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the bolt strength. Identification is determined by theline marks on the top of each bolt head. The actualbolt strength grade corresponds to the number of linemarks plus 2. The most commonly used metric boltstrength classes are 9.8 and 10.9. The metric

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2 INTRODUCTION VAnternational Control and Display Symbols ChartFig. 1) are used to identify various instrument con-rols. The symbols correspond to the controls and dis-lays that are located on the instrument panel.

ASTENER IDENTIFICATION

ESCRIPTIONThe SAE bolt strength grades range from grade 2

o grade 8. The higher the grade number, the greater

Fig. 1 INTERNATIONAL CON1 High Beam2 Fog Lamps3 Headlamp, Parking Lamps, Panel Lamps4 Turn Warning5 Hazard Warning6 Windshield Washer7 Windshield Wiper8 Windshield Wiper and Washer9 Windscreen Demisting and Defrosting10 Ventilating Fan11 Rear Window Defogger12 Rear Window Wiperstrength class identification number is imprinted onthe head of the bolt. The higher the class number,the greater the bolt strength. Some metric nuts areimprinted with a single-digit strength class on thenut face. Refer to the Fastener Identification andFastener Strength Charts (Fig. 2) and (Fig. 3).

L AND DISPLAY SYMBOLS13 Rear Window Washer14 Fuel15 Engine Coolant Temperature16 Battery Charging Condition17 Engine Oil18 Seat Belt19 Brake Failure20 Parking Brake21 Front Hood22 Rear hood (Decklid)23 Horn24 Lighter

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FASTENER IDENTIFICATION (Continued)Fig. 2 FASTENER IDENTIFICATION

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FASTENER IDENTIFICATION (Continued)Fig. 3 FASTENER STRENGTH

FASTENER USAGE

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THREADED HOLE REPAIR

Most stripped threaded holes can be repaired usinga Helicoilt. Follow the vehicle or Helicoilt recommen-

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VA INTRODUCTION 5Kilometers/Hr. (Km/h)

x 0.27778 = Meters/Sec (M

COMMON METR

1 inch = 25 Millimeters1 Foot = 0.3 Meter1 Yard = 0.9 Meter1 Mile = 1.6 Kilometers

Refer to the Metric Conversion Chart to convertorque values listed in metric Newton- meters (Nm).M/S x 3.600 Kilometers/Hr.(Km/h)

EQUIVALENTS

Cubic Inch = 16 Cubic CentimetersCubic Foot = 0.03 Cubic MeterCubic Yard = 0.8 Cubic Meter

Also, use the chart to convert between millimeters(mm) and inches (in.) (Fig. 4).AY RESULT IN COMPONENT DAMAGE OR PER-ONAL INJURY.

Fasteners and torque specifications references inhis Service Manual are identified in metric and SAEormat.

During any maintenance or repair procedures, it ismportant to salvage all fasteners (nuts, bolts, etc.)or reassembly. If the fastener is not salvageable, aastener of equivalent specification must be used.

dations for application and repair procedures.

METRIC SYSTEM

DESCRIPTIONThe metric system is based on quantities of one,

ten, one hundred, one thousand and one million.The following chart will assist in converting metric

units to equivalent English and SAE units, or viseversa.

CONVERSION FORMULAS AND EQUIVALENT VALUES

MULTIPLY BY TO GET MULTIPLY BY TO GETin-lbs x 0.11298 = Newton Meters

(Nm)Nm x 8.851 = in-lbs

ft-lbs x 1.3558 = Newton Meters(Nm)

Nm x 0.7376 = ft-lbs

Inches Hg(60 F)

x 3.377 = Kilopascals (kPa) kPa x 0.2961 = Inches Hg

psi x 6.895 = Kilopascals (kPa) kPa x 0.145 = psiInches x 25.4 = Millimeters (mm) mm x 0.03937 = InchesFeet x 0.3048 = Meters (M) M x 3.281 = FeetYards x 0.9144 = Meters M x 1.0936 = Yardsmph x 1.6093 = Kilometers/Hr.

(Km/h)Km/h x 0.6214 = mph

Feet/Sec x 0.3048 = Meters/Sec (M/S) M/S x 3.281 = Feet/SecESCRIPTION - FASTENER USAGE DESCRIPTION - THREADED HOLE REPAIR

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VA INTRODUCTION 7Individual Torque Charts appear within many orhe Groups. Refer to the Standard Torque Specifica-Fig. 5 TORQUE SPORQUE REFERENCES

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tions Chart for torque references not listed in theindividual torque charts (Fig. 5).ECIFICATIONS

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FLUID TYPESDESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION - FUEL REQUIREMENTS -DIESEL ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

DESCRIPTION - ENGINE COOLANT . . . . . . . . 1DESCRIPTION - HOAT COOLANT . . . . . . . . . . 2DESCRIPTION - AXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3DESCRIPTION - BRAKE FLUID . . . . . . . . . . . . 3DESCRIPTION - POWER STEERING FLUID . . 3DESCRIPTION - ENGINE OIL - DIESEL

ENGINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3DESCRIPTION - AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION FLUID - NAG1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 4OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FLUID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4FLUID CAPACITIES

SPECIFICATIONS - FLUID CAPACITIES . . . . . . . 4

FLUID FILL/CHECK LOCATIONSINSPECTION - FLUID FILL/CHECK

LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4PARTS & LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATION

STANDARD PROCEDURE - PARTS &LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . 5

HOISTINGSTANDARD PROCEDURE - HOISTING . . . . . . . . 5

JUMP STARTINGSTANDARD PROCEDURE - JUMP STARTING . . 6

TOWINGSTANDARD PROCEDURE - TOWING . . . . . . . . . 6

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULESDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLSDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

FLUID TYPES

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION - FUEL REQUIREMENTS -DIESEL ENGINE

DESCRIPTION

WARNING: Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a fuelblending agent. They can be unstable under certainconditions and hazardous or explosive when mixedwith diesel fuel.

Use good quality diesel fuel from a reputable sup-plier in your Dodge truck. For most year-round ser-vice, number 2 diesel fuel meeting ASTMspecification D-975 will provide good performance. Ifthe vehicle is exposed to extreme cold (below 0F/-18C), or is required to operate at colder-than-normalconditions for prolonged periods, use climatized No. 2diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel fuel with 50%No. 1 diesel fuel. This will provide better protectionfrom fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the fuel filters.

Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of water. Toprevent fuel system trouble, including fuel line freez-ing in winter, drain the accumulated water from thefuel/water separator using the fuel/water separatordrain provided. If you buy good-quality fuel and fol-

low the cold-weather advice above, fuel conditionersshould not be required in your vehicle. If available inyour area, a high cetane premium diesel fuel mayoffer improved cold starting and warm-up perfor-mance.

DESCRIPTION - ENGINE COOLANT

ETHYLENE-GLYCOL MIXTURES

CAUTION: Richer antifreeze mixtures cannot bemeasured with normal field equipment and cancause problems associated with 100 percent ethyl-ene-glycol.

The required ethylene-glycol (antifreeze) and watermixture depends upon the climate and vehicle oper-ating conditions. The recommended mixture of 50/50ethylene-glycol and water will provide protectionagainst freezing to -37 C (-34 F). The antifreezeconcentration must always be a minimum of 44 per-cent, year-round in all climates. If percentage islower than 44 percent, engine parts may beeroded by cavitation, and cooling system com-ponents may be severely damaged by corrosion.Maximum protection against freezing is providedwith a 68 percent antifreeze concentration, whichprevents freezing down to -67.7 C (-90 F). A higherpercentage will freeze at a warmer temperature.Also, a higher percentage of antifreeze can cause the

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engine to overheat because the specific heat of anti-freeze is lower than that of water.

Use of 100 percent ethylene-glycol will cause for-mation of additive deposits in the system, as the cor-rosion inhibitive additives in ethylene-glycol requirethe presence of water to dissolve. The deposits act asinsulation, causing temperatures to rise. Theincreased temperature can result in engine detona-tion. In addition, 100 percent ethylene-glycol freezesat -22 C (-8 F ).

PROPYLENE-GLYCOL MIXTURESIts overall effective temperature range is smaller

than that of ethylene-glycol. The freeze point of 50/50propylene-glycol and water is -32 C (-26 F), 10 Chigher than ethylene-glycols freeze point. The boilingpoint (protection against summer boil-over) of propy-lene-glycol is 125 C (257 F ) at 96.5 kPa (14 psi),compared to 128 C (263 F) for ethylene-glycol. Pro-pylene glycol also has slightly poorer heat transfercharacteristics than ethylene glycol. This canincrease cylinder head temperatures under certainconditions.

Propylene-glycol/ethylene-glycol mixtures can causethe destabilization of various corrosion inhibitors,causing damage to the various cooling system compo-nents. Also, once ethylene-glycol and propylene-glycolbased coolants are mixed in the vehicle, conventionalmethods of determining freeze point will not be accu-rate. Both the refractive index and specific gravitydiffer between ethylene glycol and propylene glycol.

DESCRIPTION - HOAT COOLANT

WARNING: ANTIFREEZE IS AN ETHYLENE-GLYCOLBASE COOLANT AND IS HARMFUL IF SWAL-LOWED OR INHALED. IF SWALLOWED, DRINKTWO GLASSES OF WATER AND INDUCE VOMIT-ING. IF INHALED, MOVE TO FRESH AIR AREA.SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. DO NOTSTORE IN OPEN OR UNMARKED CONTAINERS.WASH SKIN AND CLOTHING THOROUGHLY AFTERCOMING IN CONTACT WITH ETHYLENE-GLYCOL.KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DISPOSE OFGLYCOL BASE COOLANT PROPERLY, CONTACTYOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT AGENCY FORLOCATION OF COLLECTION CENTER IN YOURAREA. DO NOT OPEN A COOLING SYSTEM WHENTHE ENGINE IS AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE ORHOT UNDER PRESSURE, PERSONAL INJURY CANRESULT. AVOID RADIATOR COOLING FAN WHENENGINE COMPARTMENT RELATED SERVICE ISPERFORMED, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

CAUTION: Use of Propylene-Glycol based coolantsis not recommended, as they provide less freezeprotection and less corrosion protection.

The cooling system is designed around the coolant.The coolant must accept heat from engine metal, inthe cylinder head area near the exhaust valves andengine block. Then coolant carries the heat to theradiator where the tube/fin radiator can transfer theheat to the air.

The use of aluminum cylinder blocks, cylinderheads, and water pumps requires special corrosionprotection. Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant, 5Year/100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769), or the equiva-lent ethylene-glycol base coolant with organic corro-sion inhibitors (called HOAT, for Hybrid OrganicAdditive Technology) is recommended. This coolantoffers the best engine cooling without corrosion whenmixed with 50% ethylene-glycol and 50% distilledwater to obtain a freeze point of -37C (-34F). If itloses color or becomes contaminated, drain, flush,and replace with fresh properly mixed coolant solu-tion.

CAUTION: MoparT Antifreeze/Coolant, 5Year/100,000 Mile Formula (MS-9769) may not bemixed with any other type of antifreeze. Mixing ofcoolants other than specified (non-HOAT), mayresult in engine damage that may not be coveredunder the new vehicle warranty, and decreased cor-rosion protection.

COOLANT PERFORMANCEThe required ethylene-glycol (antifreeze) and water

mixture depends upon climate and vehicle operatingconditions. The coolant performance of various mix-tures follows:

Pure Water-Water can absorb more heat than amixture of water and ethylene-glycol. This is for pur-pose of heat transfer only. Water also freezes at ahigher temperature and allows corrosion.

100 percent Ethylene-Glycol-The corrosioninhibiting additives in ethylene-glycol need the pres-ence of water to dissolve. Without water, additivesform deposits in system. These act as insulationcausing temperature to rise. The increased tempera-ture can result in engine detonation. In addition, 100percent ethylene-glycol freezes at -22C (-8F).

50/50 Ethylene-Glycol and Water-Is the recom-mended mixture, it provides protection against freez-ing to -37C (-34F). The antifreeze concentrationmust always be a minimum of 44 percent, year-round in all climates. If percentage is lower, engineparts may be eroded by cavitation. Maximum protec-tion against freezing is provided with a 68 percentantifreeze concentration, which prevents freezing

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FLUID TYPES (Continued)

down to -67.7C (-90F). A higher percentage willfreeze at a warmer temperature. Also, a higher per-centage of antifreeze can cause the engine to over-heat because specific heat of antifreeze is lower thanthat of water.

CAUTION: Richer antifreeze mixtures cannot bemeasured with normal field equipment and cancause problems associated with 100 percent ethyl-ene-glycol.

COOLANT SELECTION AND ADDITIVESThe use of aluminum cylinder blocks, cylinder

heads and water pumps requires special corrosionprotection. Only Mopart Antifreeze/Coolant, 5Year/100,000 Mile Formula (glycol base coolant withcorrosion inhibitors called HOAT, for Hybrid OrganicAdditive Technology) is recommended. This coolantoffers the best engine cooling without corrosion whenmixed with 50% distilled water to obtain to obtain afreeze point of -37C (-34F). If it loses color orbecomes contaminated, drain, flush, and replace withfresh properly mixed coolant solution.

CAUTION: Do not use coolant additives that areclaimed to improve engine cooling.

DESCRIPTION - AXLE

NOTE: DaimlerChrysler recommends MoparT lubri-cant or lubricant conforming to MS-8985.

REAR AXLE Synthetic Gear & Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-140

DESCRIPTION - BRAKE FLUID

NOTE: DaimlerChrysler recommends using DOT- 4or equivalent brake fluid.

BRAKE FLUID DOT-4 or equivalent brake fluid.

DESCRIPTION - POWER STEERING FLUID

NOTE: DaimlerChrysler recommends using MoparATF+4 Automatic Transmission fluid or equivalent.

POWER STEERING FLUID Mopar ATF+4 Automatic Transmission fluid or

equivalent.

DESCRIPTION - ENGINE OIL - DIESELENGINES

SAE VISCOSITY GRADE

CAUTION: Low viscosity oils must have the properAPI quality.

The engine manufacturer strongly recommends theuse of synthetic engine oils, such as Mobilt 1 SAE0W-40.

We strongly recommend engine oils that meet therequirements of the API Service Category CI-4 andmeet the requirements of Material StandardMS-6395. Use Mopar or an equivalent oil meetingthe specification MS-6395.

Do not add any materials (other than leak detec-tion dyes) to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi-neered product and its performance may be impairedby supplemental additives.

When topping off engine oil, only use oil of thesame quality grade and SAE classification.

The SAE class (viscosity) should be selected inaccordance with the average air temperature for theseason of the year.

The temperature limits given for the different SAEclasses should be regarded as guidelines which maybe exceeded temporarily to avoid excessively frequentengine oil changes.

OIL VISCOSITY CHART



Full synthetic oils, such as Mobilt 1 0W-40, isrequired if the ASSYST Oil Service Reminder is fol-lowed. Use of a lower quality oil on this serviceschedule may cause severe engine damage.

DESCRIPTION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONFLUID - NAG1

NOTE: Refer to Service Procedures in this group forfluid level checking procedures.

Shellt 3403 Automatic Transmission Fluid is therecommended fluid for the NAG1 DaimlerChryslerautomatic transmission.

Dexron II fluid IS NOT recommended. Clutchchatter can result from the use of improperfluid.

Mopart ATF+4, Automatic Transmission Fluid, orother fluids meeting MS-9602, may be used if Shellt3403 Automatic Transmission Fluid is not available.

Shellt 3403 Automatic Transmission Fluid whennew is red in color. The ATF is dyed red so it can beidentified from other fluids used in the vehicle suchas engine oil or antifreeze. The red color is not per-manent and is not an indicator of fluid condition. Asthe vehicle is driven, the ATF will begin to lookdarker in color and may eventually become brown.This is normal.

FLUID ADDITIVESDaimlerChrysler strongly recommends against the

addition of any fluids to the transmission, other thanthose automatic transmission fluids listed above.Exceptions to this policy are the use of special dyesto aid in detecting fluid leaks.

Various special additives and supplements existthat claim to improve shift feel and/or quality. Theseadditives and others also claim to improve converterclutch operation and inhibit overheating, oxidation,varnish, and sludge. These claims have not been sup-ported to the satisfaction of DaimlerChrysler andthese additives must not be used. The use of trans-mission sealers should also be avoided, since theymay adversely affect the integrity of transmissionseals.

OPERATION - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONFLUID

The automatic transmission fluid is selected basedupon several qualities. The fluid must provide a highlevel of protection for the internal components byproviding a lubricating film between adjacent metalcomponents. The fluid must also be thermally stableso that it can maintain a consistent viscosity througha large temperature range. If the viscosity stays con-stant through the temperature range of operation,

transmission operation and shift feel will remain con-sistent. Transmission fluid must also be a good con-ductor of heat. The fluid must absorb heat from theinternal transmission components and transfer thatheat to the transmission case.

FLUID CAPACITIES

SPECIFICATIONS - FLUID CAPACITIES

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONENGINE COOLANT

10 Liters 10.5 QuartsENGINE OIL

9.0L with FilterReplacement

9.5 Quarts with FilterReplacement

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONService Fill - NAG1 5.0 L (10.6 pts.)O-haul Fill - NAG1 7.7 L (16.3 pts.)Dry fill capacity Depending on type and size of

internal cooler, length and inside diameter of coolerlines, or use of an auxiliary cooler, these figures may

vary. (Refer to appropriate 21 - TRANSMISSION/AUTOMATIC/FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE).

REAR AXLE .03L (1 oz.)8 1/2 1.8 L (4.0 pts.)

FUEL TANKPrimary 100 L (26.4 gal.)*Reserve 10.5 L (2.8 gal.)*

*Nominal refill capacities are shown. A variation maybe observed from vehicle to vehicle due to

manufacturing tolerance and refill procedurePOWER STEERING SYSTEM

Power steering fluid capacities are dependent onengine/chassis options as well as steering gear/cooler

options. Depending on type and size of internalcooler, length and inside diameter of cooler lines, oruse of an auxiliary cooler, these capacities may vary.

Refer to 19, Steering for proper fill and bleedprocedures.

FLUID FILL/CHECKLOCATIONS

INSPECTION - FLUID FILL/CHECK LOCATIONSThe fluid fill/check locations and lubrication points

are located in each applicable group.



PARTS & LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATION

STANDARD PROCEDURE - PARTS &LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS

Lubricating grease is rated for quality and usageby the NLGI. All approved products have the NLGIsymbol (Fig. 1) on the label. At the bottom NLGIsymbol is the usage and quality identification letters.Wheel bearing lubricant is identified by the letterG. Chassis lubricant is identified by the latter L.The letter following the usage letter indicates thequality of the lubricant. The following symbols indi-cate the highest quality.

When service is required, DaimlerChrysler Corpo-ration recommends that only Mopart brand parts,lubricants and chemicals be used. Mopar providesthe best engineered products for servicingDaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles.

HOISTING

STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOISTINGRefer to the Owners Manual for emergency vehicle

lifting procedures.

WARNING: THE HOISTING AND JACK LIFTINGPOINTS PROVIDED ARE FOR A COMPLETE VEHI-CLE. WHEN A CHASSIS OR DRIVETRAIN COMPO-NENT IS REMOVED FROM A VEHICLE, THECENTER OF GRAVITY IS ALTERED MAKING SOMEHOISTING CONDITIONS UNSTABLE. PROPERLYSUPPORT OR SECURE VEHICLE TO HOISTINGDEVICE WHEN THESE CONDITIONS EXIST.

FLOOR JACKWhen properly positioned, a floor jack can be used

to lift a vehicle. Support the vehicle in the raised

position with jack stands at the front and rear endsof the frame rails.

CAUTION: Do not lift vehicle with a floor jack posi-tioned under:

An axle tube. A body side sill. A steering linkage component. A drive shaft. The engine or transmission oil pan. The fuel tank. A front suspension arm.

HOISTA vehicle can be lifted with: A single-post, frame-contact hoist. A twin-post, chassis hoist. A ramp-type, drive-on hoist.

NOTE: When a frame-contact type hoist is used,verify that the lifting pads are positioned properly.The forward lifting pads should be positionedagainst the forward flange of the transmissioncrossmember brackets at the bottom of the framerail. The real lifting pads should be wedgedbetween the forward flange of the leaf springbracket and the frame rail. Safety stands should beplaced under the frame rails at the front and rearends (Fig. 2).

Fig. 1 NLGI Symbol1 - WHEEL BEARINGS2 - CHASSIS LUBRICATION3 - CHASSIS AND WHEEL BEARINGS

Fig. 2 HOIST LOCATIONS1 - TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER SUPPORT2 - REAR LEAF SPRING MOUNT - FRONT3 - TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER


JUMP STARTING

STANDARD PROCEDURE - JUMP STARTING

WARNING: REVIEW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSAND WARNINGS IN THE BATTERY SYSTEM SEC-TION OF THE SERVICE MANUAL. (Refer to 8 -ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/BATTERY - STAN-DARD PROCEDURE)

DO NOT JUMP START A FROZEN BATTERY,PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.

IF EQUIPPED, DO NOT JUMP START WHENMAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY INDICATOR DOT ISYELLOW OR BRIGHT COLOR.

DO NOT JUMP START A VEHICLE WHEN THEBATTERY FLUID IS BELOW THE TOP OF LEADPLATES.

DO NOT ALLOW JUMPER CABLE CLAMPS TOTOUCH EACH OTHER WHEN CONNECTED TO ABOOSTER SOURCE.

DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME NEAR BATTERY. REMOVE METALLIC JEWELRY WORN ON

HANDS OR WRISTS TO AVOID INJURY BY ACCI-DENTAL ARCING OF BATTERY CURRENT.

WHEN USING A HIGH OUTPUT BOOSTINGDEVICE, DO NOT ALLOW BATTERY VOLTAGE TOEXCEED 16 VOLTS. REFER TO INSTRUCTIONSPROVIDED WITH DEVICE BEING USED.FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYRESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

CAUTION: When using another vehicle as abooster, do not allow vehicles to touch. Electricalsystems can be damaged on either vehicle.

TO JUMP START A DISABLED VEHICLE:(1) Raise hood on disabled vehicle and visually

inspect engine compartment for: Battery cable clamp condition, clean if necessary. Frozen battery. Yellow or bright color test indicator, if equipped. Low battery fluid level. Generator drive belt condition and tension. Fuel fumes or leakage, correct if necessary.

CAUTION: If the cause of starting problem on dis-abled vehicle is severe, damage to booster vehiclecharging system can result.

(2) When using another vehicle as a boostersource, park the booster vehicle within cable reach.Turn off all accessories, set the parking brake, placethe automatic transmission in PARK or the manualtransmission in NEUTRAL and turn the ignitionOFF.

(3) On disabled vehicle, place gear selector in parkor neutral and set park brake. Turn off all accesso-ries.

(4) Connect jumper cables to booster battery. REDclamp to positive terminal (+). BLACK clamp to neg-ative terminal (-). DO NOT allow clamps at oppositeend of cables to touch, electrical arc will result.Review all warnings in this procedure.

(5) On disabled vehicle, connect RED jumper cableclamp to positive (+) terminal. Connect BLACKjumper cable clamp to engine ground as close to theground cable attaching point as possible.

(6) Start the engine in the vehicle which has thebooster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes,then start the engine in the vehicle with the dis-charged battery.

CAUTION: Do not crank starter motor on disabledvehicle for more than 15 seconds, starter will over-heat and could fail.

(7) Allow battery in disabled vehicle to charge toat least 12.4 volts (75% charge) before attempting tostart engine. If engine does not start within 15 sec-onds, stop cranking engine and allow starter to cool(15 min.), before cranking again.

DISCONNECT CABLE CLAMPS AS FOLLOWS: Disconnect BLACK cable clamp from engine

ground on disabled vehicle. When using a Booster vehicle, disconnect

BLACK cable clamp from battery negative terminal.Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery positiveterminal.

Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery posi-tive terminal on disabled vehicle.

TOWING

STANDARD PROCEDURE - TOWING

WARNING: Do not tow the vehicle if the key cannotbe turned in the ignition lock. If the key cannot beturned, the ignition lock remains locked and thevehicle cannot be steered. With the engine not run-ning there is no power assistance for the brakingand steering systems. In this case, it is important tokeep in mind that a considerably higher degree ofeffort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.The vehicle must not be towed with the front axleraised and the key in position 2 in the ignition lockas the drive wheels could then lock due to theacceleration skid control (ASR)


If the Engine is DamagedFor towing distances up to 30 miles (about 50

km) Shift selector lever in N position. Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 m.p.h. (50

km/h).For towing distances greater than 30 mile

(about 50 km) Remove the propeller shafts leading to the drive

axles. The vehicle can be towed without restriction.

If the Transmission is Damaged Remove the propeller shafts leading to the drive

axles. The vehicle can be towed without restriction.

If the Front Axle is Damaged Raise the front axle. Observe the same towing restrictions as for

engine damage.

If the Rear Axle is Damaged Raise the rear axle.

NOTE: Comply with local legal regulations regard-ing towing vehicles.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

NOTE: The following safety precautions must beobserved when towing a vehicle.

Secure loose and protruding parts. Always use a safety chain system that is inde-

pendent of the lifting and towing equipment. Do not allow towing equipment to contact the

disabled vehicles fuel tank. Do not allow anyone under the disabled vehicle

while it is lifted by the towing device. Do not allow passengers to ride in a vehicle

being towed. Always observe state and local laws regarding

towing regulations. Do not tow a vehicle in a manner that could

jeopardize the safety of the operator, pedestrians orother motorists.

Do not attach tow chains, T-hooks, J-hooks, or atow sling to a bumper, steering linkage, drive shaftsor a non-reinforced frame hole.

Remove exhaust pipe tips that interfere with thetow sling and crossbar

Padding should be placed between the tow sling/crossbar and any painted surfaces

When placing tow hooks on the rear axle, posi-tion them so they do not damage the brake tubing orhoses

Do not tow the vehicle by connecting to the frontor rear shock absorbers

Do not tow a heavily loaded vehicle. Damage tothe vehicle may result. Use a flatbed device to trans-port a loaded vehicle.

GROUND CLEARANCE

CAUTION: If vehicle is towed with wheels removed,install lug nuts to retain brake drums.

A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheelsare a minimum 100 mm (4 in) from the ground. Besure there is adequate ground clearance at the oppo-site end of the vehicle, especially when towing overrough terrain, steep rises in the road or if the vehicleis equipped with air dams, spoilers, and/or groundeffect panels. If necessary, remove the wheels fromthe lifted end of the vehicle and lower the vehiclecloser to the ground, to increase the ground clearanceat the opposite end of the vehicle. Install lug nuts onwheel attaching studs to retain brake drums.

RAMP ANGLEIf a vehicle with flat-bed towing equipment is used,

the approach ramp angle should not exceed 15degrees.

TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLEWhen the vehicle is locked and keys are not avail-

able, use a flat bed hauler. A Wheel-lift or Sling-typedevice can be used provided all the wheels are liftedoff the ground using tow dollies.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

DESCRIPTIONThe use of Special lubricant additives is not recom-

mended. The use of such additives may affect thewarranty rights. With regard to legal stipulationsconcerning emissions control, please note thatengines have to be serviced and adjusted in accor-dance with special instructions and using specialmeasuring equipment. Modifications to or interfer-ence with the emissions control systems are not per-missible.

MAINTENANCE - WITHOUT ASSYSTMAINTENANCE COMPUTER

Maintenance Intervals Oil service Normal Operation every 10,000

miles or 16,000 km or 12 months. Maintenance service every 20,000 miles or

32,000 km.Additional work must be carried out at yearly

intervals.


TOWING (Continued)

MAINTENANCE - WITH ASSYST MAINTENANCECOMPUTER

ASSYST provides information on the best possibletiming for maintenance work.

NOTE: The engine manufacturer strongly recom-mends the use of synthetic engine oils, such asTMobil 1 SAE 0W-40.

When the next maintenance service is due, thiswill be indicated in the multi-function display withthe wrench icon symbol displayed in km/miles ordays.

One wrench icon showing indicates Oil Serviceis necessary.

Two wrench icons showing indicates Mainte-nance Service is necessary displayed in km/miles ordays.

If the display shows the number of days, a clocksymbol will also appear in the multi-function display.

You should have the maintenance performedwithin the stated period/distance.

The service indicator should be reset after an oilservice and/or maintenance service has been per-formed.

REGULAR CHECK-UPSTo maintain the safe operation of the vehicle, it is

recommended that the following tasks be performedon a regular basis (i.e. weekly or whenever the vehi-cle is refueled). Check:

Engine oil level Brake system, clutch mechanism fluid level Battery acid level Windshield washer system and headlamp clean-

ing system fluid level Mechanical assemblies (e. g. engine, transmis-

sion, etc.) check for leaks Condition of tires and tires pressures All exterior lights

SPECIAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTSIf bodies built by manufacturers other than

DaimlerChrysler Corporation are fitted to the vehi-cle, the maintenance requirements and lubricationintervals specified by the body manufacturer must beadhered to, in addition to all standard maintenancerequirements.

Brake FluidOnly use brake fluids approved by the manufac-

turer (DOT 4 plus).CoolantCorrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration in the

coolant should be checked before the onset of winter(once year in countries with high prevailing temper-atures).

Replace the coolant every five years or 100,000miles.

Dust Filter for Heating/Ventilation Replace-ment

The dust filter and the tailgate interior filter are tobe renewed during routine maintenance service. Ifoperating conditions are dusty, these filters should berenewed more frequently.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE AND FILTER REPLACEMENTAt the minimum, change the engine oil and oil fil-

ter once a year even if the vehicle mileage per yearis extremely low. For standard oil service schedulesrefer to the chapter oil service and maintenance ser-vice.

Once a YearSelect the viscosity of the engine oil (SAE classes)

according to the outside air temperature.Only use engine oil approved by DaimlerChrysler

Corporation if following the ASSYST system guide-lines.

If the fuel used has a sulphur content exceeding0.05% by weight, the service intervals should be splitin half.

SCOPE OF WORK FOR MAINTENANCE SERVICEOil Service Engine:

Oil change and filter replacementCheck fluid levels of the following system,

refill as necessary. If fluid is lost, trace and eliminate cause as a

separate order. Power-assisted steeringLubrication work: Trailer tow hitch (original equipment)Maintenance ASSYST maintenance computer resetFunction check Signalling system, warning and indicator lamps Headlamps, exterior lighting Windshield wipers, windshield washer systemCheck for leaks and damage. Check for abrasion points and ensure that lines

are correctly routed! All lines and hoses, sensor cables Rubber boots on front axle drive shafts, rubber

boots on front axle suspension ball joints, shockabsorbers

Check fluid levels for the following systems,correct as necessary.

NOTE: Should there be a loss of fluid which cannotbe explained by regular use, trace and eliminate thecause.


MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)

Engine cooling system. Check corrosion inhibi-tor/antifreeze, refill as necessary.

Hydraulic brake system Battery Windshield washer systemEngine Fuel filter renewal Air cleaner with maintenance indicator: Check degree of contamination. Air cleaner filter element renewed as necessary.Chassis and body Trailer coupling:

Check operation, play and retaining fixtures Secondary rubber springs:

Visual check Tire pressures:

Correct as necessary, including spare tire Check thickness of brake pads Brake test Check condition of steering mechanism Heating/ventilation dust filter renewal

ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE WORKAutomatic transmission once only at 80,000

miles/128000 kmOil and filter changeDuring every second maintenance serviceAir cleaner without maintenance indicator:Air cleaner filter element renewalCheck poly-V-belt for wear and signs of damageDuring every 6th maintenance serviceRear axle

ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE WORK AFTER YEARSEvery 3 yearsAir cleaner filter element renewal (note installa-

tion date)Every 5 years or 100,000 milesCoolant renewalNote coolant composition

INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

DESCRIPTIONDaimlerChrysler Corporation uses international

symbols to identify engine compartment lubricantand fluid inspection and fill locations (Fig. 3).

Fig. 3 INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS


MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)

SUSPENSION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

page page

FRONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1REAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

WHEEL ALIGNMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

FRONT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

page page

FRONTSPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . 2SPECIAL TOOLS

FRONT SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2BUSHINGS

REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

HUB / BEARINGDIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

KNUCKLEREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

LOWER BALL JOINTREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

LOWER CONTROL ARMREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SPRINGREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SPRING CLAMP PLATESREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

SPRING STOP PLATESREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STABILIZER BARDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STABILIZER LINKREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

STRUTREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

VA SUSPENSION 2 - 1

FRONT

SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION Nm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.Lower Ball Joint ToSteering Knuckle

280 206

Strut To Steering Knuckle 185 136 Strut To Body 100 74

Bottom Spring ClampPlate To Front Axle

M12 X 1.5 Bolt

130 96

Bottom Spring ClampPlate To Front Axle

M10 Bolt

65 48

Sway Bar Clamp To TheFront Axle

30 22

Hexagon Socket Bolt ForClamping Nut To Adjust

Wheel Bearing Play

12 9 106

Lower Control Arm ToFront Axle Beam

150 110

Stop Plate For LowerControl Arm

60 44

Outer Tie Rod End Nut 130 96 Outer Tie Rod End Nut

Jam Nut50 37

SPECIAL TOOLS

FRONT SUSPENSION

SPECIAL TOOL CROSS REFERENCE CHART

MBTOOL #

MILLERTOOL #

DESCRIPTION

N/A 9288 LEAF SPRING WEDGEBLOCK

N/A 9294 LOWER BALL JOINTREMOVE/INSTALLER

N/A 9302 BUSHING REMOVER/INSTALLER

N/A C-3894-A PULLER TIE ROD730 58902 33 00

9282 BALL JOINT SEPARATOR

N/A C-4212F BALL JOINT PRESS

Puller Tie Rod C-3894-A

BALL JOINT PRESS - C-4212F

2 - 2 FRONT VA

BUSHINGS

REMOVAL(1) Remove the lower control arm (Refer to 2 -

SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER CONTROL ARM -REMOVAL).

(2) Install the lower control arm in a vise.(3) Install special tool C-4212F (Press) with special

tool 9302-1 (Driver) and 93023 (Receiver) (Fig. 1).

(4) Press out the old control arm bushing.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the new control arm bushing into the

control arm.(2) Press the new bushing into the control arm

using special tool C-4212F and 9302-1 (Driver) with9302-2 (Sizer cup) and 9302-4 (Receiver) (Fig. 2).

(3) Press the bushing in all the way until the lip isseated properly into the control arm.

(4) Install the lower control arm to the vehicle(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER CON-TROL ARM - INSTALLATION).

LOWER BALL JOINT REMOVE / INSTALL - 9294

BALL JOINT SEPARATOR - 9282

LEAF SPRING WEDGE BLOCK - 9288

BUSHING REMOVER / INSTALLER-9302

Fig. 1 LCA BUSHING REMOVAL1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-4212F (PRESS)2 - SPECIAL TOOL 9302-1 (DRIVER)3 - LOWER CONTROL ARM4 - SPECIAL TOOL 9302-3 (RECEIVER CUP)5 - BUSHING

VA FRONT 2 - 3

FRONT (Continued)

HUB / BEARING

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING -(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the grease cap.(3) Position a dial indicator against the face of the

wheel hub (Fig. 3).(4) Tighten the locking screw on the clamping nut

(Fig. 3).(5) Pull the wheel hub firmly back and forth and

read off the wheel bearing play on the dial gauge.(Wheel bearing play should be 0.02 - 0.04 mm(0.000787 - 0.00158 in.).

(6) If necessary, loosen the locking screw andadjust the wheel bearing play by loosing or tighten-ing the clamping nut.

(7) Retighten the locking screw and recheck thewheel bearing play.

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the front wheels (Refer to 22 - TIRES/

WHEELS/WHEELS - REMOVAL).(3) Remove the disc brake caliper adapter (Refer to

5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).

(4) Remove the wheel flange ring (if equipped withdual rear wheels) (Fig. 5).

(5) Remove the disc brake rotor (Refer to 5 -BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -REMOVAL).

(6) Remove the grease cap (Fig. 4).

(7) Loosen the bolt on the clamping nut andremove the clamping nut (Fig. 4).

(8) Remove the thrust washer (Fig. 4).(9) Remove the wheel hub and tapered roller bear-

ing from the stub axle assembly (Fig. 4).

Fig. 2 LCA BUSHING INSTALL1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-4212F (PRESS)2 - SPECIAL TOOL 9302-1 (DRIVER)3 - BUSHING4 - SPECIAL TOOL 9302-2 (SIZER CUP)5 - LOWER CONTROL ARM6 - SPECIAL TOOL 9302-4 (RECEIVER CUP)

Fig. 3 MEASURING & ADJUSTING WHEEL BEARING1 - WHEEL HUB2 - LOCKING SCREW3 - DIAL INDICATOR

Fig. 4 FRONT WHEEL HUB WITH SINGLE REARWHEELS (SRW)

1 - CALIPER ADAPTER BOLT2 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER3 - INNER BEARING4 - WHEEL HUB5 - DISC BRAKE ROTOR6 - OUTER BEARING7 - THRUST WASHER8 - CLAMPING NUT9 - GREASE CAP10 - LOCKING BOLT11 - GREASE SEAL12 - STEERING KNUCKLE

2 - 4 FRONT VA

BUSHINGS (Continued)

INSTALLATION(1) Install the wheel hub with the tapered roller

bearing on the stub axle (Fig. 4).(2) Grease the outer tapered roller bearing thor-

oughly and push onto the steering knuckle (Fig. 4).

NOTE: The smooth side of the thrust washer mustpoint toward the wheel bearing.

(3) Install the thrust washer (Fig. 4).(4) Install the clamping nut (Fig. 4). Tighten to 12

Nm (9 ft. lbs.) and then loosen a half of a turn.(5) Check for wheel bearing end play. End play

should be 0.02- 0.04 mm (0.000787 - 0.00158 in.)(Fig. 3) (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/HUB /BEARING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).

(6) Pack the grease cap half with grease and coatat the edge with sealant and install the cap (Fig. 4).

(7) Install the disc brake rotor (Refer to 5 -BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -INSTALLATION).

(8) Install the disc brake caliper adapter (Refer to5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - INSTALLATION).

(9) Install the wheel flange ring (if equipped withdual rear wheels) (Fig. 5).

(10) Install the front tire & wheels assembly(Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTAL-LATION).

(11) Lower the vehicle.

KNUCKLE

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the front wheels (Refer to 22 - TIRES/


5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).

(4) Remove the hub/bearing (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-SION/FRONT/HUB / BEARING - REMOVAL).

(5) Separate the outer tie rod from the steeringknuckle (Fig. 6) using special tool C-3894A.

(6) Raise the lower control arm approximately 10mm using a jack. In order to eliminate tensileforce in the damper strut.

(7) Remove the ABS sensor from the knuckle bypulling straight out.

(8) Remove the strut at the knuckle (Fig. 6).(9) Separate the lower ball joint from the steering

knuckle using special tool 9282 (Fig. 6).(10) Remove the steering knuckle from the vehicle

(Fig. 6).

INSTALLATION(1) Install the steering knuckle on the lower ball

joint stud (Fig. 6).

Fig. 5 FRONT WHEEL HUB WITH DUAL REARWHEELS (DRW)

1 - ADAPTER BOLT2 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER3 - INNER BEARING RACE4 - WHEEL HUB5 - DISC BRAKE ROTOR6 - LOCKING BOLT7 - WHEEL FLANGE RING8 - OUTER BEARING9 - THRUST WASHER10 - CLAMPING NUT11 - GREASE CAP12 - WHEEL FLANGE RING MOUNTING BOLT13 - GREASE SEAL14 - STEERING KNUCKLE

Fig. 6 STEERING KNUCKLE1 - STRUT2 - STRUT BOLT3 - STEERING KNUCKLE4 - LOWER BALL JOINT NUT5 - OUTER TIE ROD END RETAINING NUT6 - INNER TIE ROD END7 - LOWER CONTROL ARM

VA FRONT 2 - 5

HUB / BEARING (Continued)

(2) Install the lower ball joint nut (Fig. 6). Tightento 280 Nm (206 ft. lbs.)

(3) Install the strut to the steering knuckle (Fig.6). Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(4) Install the outer tie rod end to the steeringknuckle (Fig. 6) and tighten the nut to 130 Nm (96ft. lbs.).

(5) Install the ABS sensor by pushing the sensorall the way into the knuckle and the sensor will selfadjust when the wheel is turned.

(6) Install the hub/bearing (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-SION/FRONT/HUB / BEARING - INSTALLATION).

(7) Install the disc brake caliper adapter with thebrake caliper (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER -INSTALLATION).

(8) Install the front wheels (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTALLATION).

(9) Lower the vehicle.(10) Check and set toe if necessary (Refer to 2 -

SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARDPROCEDURE).

LOWER BALL JOINT

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.(3) Remove the front strut (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-

SION/FRONT/STRUT - REMOVAL).(4) Remove the steering knuckle (Refer to 2 - SUS-

PENSION/FRONT/KNUCKLE - REMOVAL).(5) Remove the lower ball joint using special tool

9294-1 (Driver) with 9294-2 (Reciever) and C-4212F.(Fig. 7).

INSTALLATION(1) Install the ball joint into the lower control arm

using special tool 9294-3 (Installer ring) inserted in9294-2 (Reciever) and C-4212F (Fig. 7).

(2) Install the front strut (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-SION/FRONT/STRUT - INSTALLATION).

(3) Install the steering knuckle (Refer to 2 - SUS-PENSION/FRONT/KNUCKLE - INSTALLATION).

(4) Install the tire and wheel assembly (Refer to 22- TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTALLATION).

(5) Lower the vehicle.(6) Check the front wheel alignment (Refer to 2 -

SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - SPECIFICA-TIONS).

LOWER CONTROL ARM

REMOVAL(1) Insert spring blocks special tool 9288 between

the spring and the spring clamp plates, While thevehicles wheels are on the ground.

(2) Raise and support the vehicle.(3) Remove the front wheels (Refer to 22 - TIRES/


5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).Hangthe caliper. Do not allow brake hose to supportthe caliper weight.

(5) Remove the retaining nut holding the tie rod tothe steering knuckle (Fig. 8).

(6) Seperate the tie rod off the steering knuckle(Fig. 8) using special tool C-3894A.

NOTE: In order to remove tension from the strut,Raise the lower control arm approximately 10 mmwith a jack.

(7) Remove the strut bolts from the steeringknuckle (Fig. 8).

(8) Remove the stop plate bolts and rotate theplate upwards with the stabilizer link attached (Fig.8).

(9) Lower the lower control arm.(10) Remove the lower ball joint nut from the

steering knuckle (Fig. 8).(11) Separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle

using special tool 9282.(12) Remove the lower control arm nuts and bolts

from the frame (Fig. 8).(13) Remove the lower control arm.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the lower control arm to the frame.

Hand tighten the nuts and bolts.

Fig. 7 LOWER BALL JOINT1 - LOWER CONTROL ARM2 - LOWER BALL JOINT

2 - 6 FRONT VA

KNUCKLE (Continued)


(2) Install the lower ball joint into the steeringknuckle. Tighten to 280 Nm (206 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install the strut bolts to the steering knuckle(Fig. 8). Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(4) Install the stop plate (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-SION/FRONT/SPRING STOP PLATES - INSTALLA-TION).

(5) Lower the lower control arm.(6) Attach the tie rod to the steering knuckle (Fig.

8). Tighten the nut to 130 Nm (96 ft. lbs.)(7) Install the disc brake caliper adapter (Refer to

5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - INSTALLATION)(Fig. 8).

(8) Install the front tire & wheel assembly (Referto 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTALLA-TION).

(9) Lower the vehicle.(10) Remove the spring blocks between the spring

and the spring clamp plates, While the vehicleswheels are on the ground.

(11) Roll the vehicle approximately 1 mm forwardsand the backwards, and rock firmly.

(12) Tighten the lower control arm nuts and boltsto the frame to 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 8).

(13) Apply brake to actuate brake pressure.

SPRING

REMOVAL(1) To do this next step the vehicle must be

on the ground. Remove the front and rear bolts onthe left and right spring clamp plates (Fig. 9).

(2) Raise and support the vehicle.(3) Remove the front wheels.(4) Remove the brake caliper adapter (Refer to 5 -

BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISCBRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER - REMOVAL).Do notallow the caliper to hang by the hose, supportthe caliper accordingly.

(5) Remove the ABS sensor from the mountingbore in the steering knuckle (Fig. 9).

(6) Remove the outer tie rod retaining nut andseparate the tie rod from the knuckle (Fig. 9) usingspecial tool C-3894A.


(7) Remove the strut bolts from the steeringknuckle.

(8) Remove both stop plate bolts and rotate theplates upwards with the stabilizer link attached.

(9) Lower the lower control arm.(10) Remove the lower ball joint nut from the

steering knuckle.(11) Separate the lower ball joint from the knuckle

using special tool 9282.(12) Remove the lower control arm nuts and bolts

from the frame.(13) Remove the lower control arm from the frame

(Fig. 9).

NOTE: To avoid damaging the transverse leafspring, cushion the pad on the jack accordingly.

(14) Support the transverse leaf spring in the cen-ter with a jack.

(15) Remove the left and right spring clamp plates(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/SPRING CLAMPPLATES - REMOVAL) (Fig. 9).

NOTE: The upper spring blocks between the enginecradle and the spring are color coded, Make surenot to mix the blocks per sides. The blocks are dif-ferent in sizes to accommodate the weight of thevehicle and driver in order for the vehicle to sitlevel.

Fig. 8 LOWER CONTROL ARM1 - STRUT2 - LOWER CONTROL ARM BOLT3 - STOP PLATE BOLT4 - STOP PLATE5 - CALIPER ADPTER BOLT6 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER7 - LOCKING BOLT8 - DISC BRAKE ROTOR9 - OUTER TIE ROD END RETAINING NUT10 - OUTER TIE ROD END11 - LOWER BALL JOINT NUT12 - LOWER BALL JOINT13 - LOWER CONTROL ARM NUTS14 - STRUT BOLT

VA FRONT 2 - 7

LOWER CONTROL ARM (Continued)

(16) Lower the jack and remove the transverse leafspring towards the side.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: To avoid damaging the transverse leafspring, cushion the pad on the jack accordingly.

NOTE: Hand tighten all bolts until vehicle is on theground, unless the bushings may become distorted.

NOTE: The height blocks between the engine cradleand the spring are color coded, Make sure not tomix the blocks per sides. The blocks are different insizes to accommodate the weight of the vehicle anddriver in order for the vehicle to sit level.

(1) Install the transverse leaf spring in the centerwith a jack with all the rubber mounts attached.

(2) Install the lower control arm to the frame (Fig.9).

(3) Install the knuckle on the lower ball joint.

(4) Raise the lower control arm approximately 10mm with a jack.

(5) Install both stop plate bolts to the lower controlarm

(6) Install the strut bolts to the steering knuckle.(7) Reinstall the tie rod to the steering knuckle

(Fig. 9). Tighten to 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).(8) Install the ABS sensor all the way into the

steering knuckle, the sensor will adjust automaticallywhen the vehicle is moved (Fig. 9).

(9) Install the disc brake caliper adapter (Fig. 9).Tighten to 170 Nm (125 ft. lbs.).

(10) Install the front wheels.(11) Lower the vehicle.(12) Install the spring clamp plates (Fig. 9).

Tighten (M-10 bolts) to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.) (M-12bolts) to 130 Nm (96 ft. lbs.).

(13) Roll the vehicle approximately 1 mm forwardsand the backwards, and rock firmly.

(14) Tighten the nuts on the lower control arm tothe frame to 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).

(15) Apply brake to actuate brake pressure.

SPRING CLAMP PLATES

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Install a jack under the lower ball joint and

lower the weight of the vehicle enough to allow awrench between the lower control arm and thebracket tighten the nut.

(3) Remove the front and rear bolts to the springclamp plates.

(4) Remove the four inner retaining bolts andnuts.

(5) Remove the spring clamp plate and rubberblock.

(6) Remove the shear bushings from the front andrear bolts.

INSTALLATION(1) Install a jack under the lower ball joint and

lower the weight of the vehicle enough to allow awrench between the lower control arm and thebracket tighten the nut.

(2) Fit one spring clamp plate together with thelower spring rubber block.

(3) Install the bolt with the shear bushing on therear mounting, Do not tighten yet.

(4) Install the four retaining bolts for the springclamp plate. Tighten to 65 Nm (48 ft.lbs.).

(5) Align the holes for the front clamp plate jointusing a suitable drift (shear bushing not installed).

(6) Remove the alignment drift.

Fig. 9 FRONT SPRING1 - NUT2 - STRUT3 - STOP PLATE4 - STOP PLATE BOLT5 - CALIPER ADAPTER BOLT6 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER7 - OUTER TIE ROD END NUT8 - ABS SENSOR9 - SPEED SENSOR10 - LOWER CONTROL ARM RETAINING NUTS11 - OUTER TIE ROD END12 - RUBBER SPRING MOUNT13 - SHEAR BUSHING14 - SPRING CLAMP PLATE BOLT15 - SPRING CLAMP PLATE16 - LOWER RUBBER SPRING MOUNT17 - SPRING18 - STRUT BOLTS19 - LOWER CONTROL ARM BOLTS

2 - 8 FRONT VA

SPRING (Continued)

(7) Insert the shear bushing and retaining boltinto the hole and tighten to 130 Nm (96 ft.lbs.).

(8) Remove the jack and lower the vehicle.

SPRING STOP PLATES

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the tire and wheel assembly.(3) Remove the lower end of the stabilizer link

from the stop plate.(4) Remove the three bolts retaining the spring

stop plate from the lower control arm.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the spring stop plate to the lower con-

trol arm. Tighten the bolts to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).(2) Install the stabilizer link to the spring stop

plate.(3) Install the tire and wheel assembly.(4) Lower the vehicle.

STABILIZER BAR

DESCRIPTIONThe bar extends across the front underside of the

chassis and connects to the frame crossmember. Theends of the bar mount to the lower suspension arm.All mounting points of the stabilizer bar are isolatedby bushings (Fig. 10).

OPERATIONThe stabilizer bar is used to minimize vehicle front

sway during turns. The bar helps to maintain a flatattitude to the road surface.

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the stabilizer bar clamp bolts at the

front axle (Fig. 11).(3) Press the rubber mount outwards out of the

brackets (Fig. 11).(4) Remove the stabilizer links from the stabilizer

bar (Fig. 11).

INSTALLATION(1) Install the stabilizer links to the stabilizer bar

(Fig. 11).(2) Install the stabilizer to the front axle (Fig. 11).(3) Install the stabilizer bar clamp and bolts (Fig.

11). Tighten the bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).(4) Lower the vehicle.

STABILIZER LINK

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Insert a pry bar between the stabilizer link and

something solid to pry on.(3) Pry the stabilizer link off the stabilizer bar and

the spring stop plate.

INSTALLATION(1) Install a mild detergent soap the to rubber

bushings on the stabilizer link.(2) Install the stabilizer links onto the stabilizer

bar and spring stop plate by pushing on the link.(3) Lower the vehicle.

Fig. 10 STABILIZER BAR

Fig. 11 STABILIZER BAR1 - RUBBER MOUNT2 - STABILIZER LINK3 - RUBBER MOUNT4 - NUT5 - RUBBER MOUNT6 - CLAMP BRACKET7 - BOLT

VA FRONT 2 - 9

SPRING CLAMP PLATES (Continued)

STRUT

REMOVAL(1) On the drivers side remove the floor covering

off to the side.(2) On the passengers side take off the cover for

the tools.(3) Remove the cover for the upper strut mounting

(Fig. 12).(4) Remove the nut on the upper strut mounting

(Fig. 12).(5) Raise and support the vehicle.(6) Remove the front wheels.(7) Raise the lower control arm approximately 10

mm with a jack to remove the tension from the strut.(8) Remove the strut from the steering knuckle

(Fig. 12).

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Hand tighten the strut upper mounting nutuntil the vehicle is on the ground, otherwise thebushings may become distorted.

(1) Install strut to the steering knuckle (Fig. 12).Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(2) Raise the lower control to install the upperpart of the strut into the footwell. Tighten to 100Nm (74 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install wheels (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTALLATION).

(4) Lower the vehicle.(5) Install the nut covers (Fig. 12).(6) Refit the floor covering and the tool cover.

Fig. 12 STRUT1 - COVER2 - NUT3 - RUBBER MOUNT4 - STRUT5 - STRUT BOLT6 - LOCKING BOLT

2 - 10 FRONT VA

REAR

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REARDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SPRING AND

SHOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . 12

SHOCKDIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SHOCK . . . . . . . . 13REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

SPRINGDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14REMOVAL

REMOVAL - (SRW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

REMOVAL - (DRW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION - (SRW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14INSTALLATION - (DRW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

SPRING SHACKLEREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STABILIZER BARREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STABILIZER LINKREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

REAR

DESCRIPTIONThe rear suspension is comprised of: Shock Absorbers Jounce Bumpers Stabilizer Bar Leaf Springs Drive Axle

CAUTION: A vehicle should always be loaded sothe vehicle weight center-line is located immedi-ately forward of the rear axle. Correct vehicle load-ing provides proper front tire-to-road contact. Thisresults in maximum vehicle handling stability andsafety. Incorrect vehicle weight distribution cancause excessive tire tread wear, spring fatigue orfailure, and erratic steering.

CAUTION: Suspension components with rubber/ure-thane bushings (except stabilizer bar) should betightened with the vehicle at normal ride height. It isimportant to have the springs supporting the weightof the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. Ifsprings are not at their normal ride position, vehicleride comfort could be affected and premature bush-ing wear may occur.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SPRING ANDSHOCK

A knocking or rattling noise from a shock absorbermay be caused by movement between mountingbushings and metal brackets or attaching compo-nents. These noises can usually be stopped by tight-ening the attaching nuts. If the noise persists,inspect for damaged and worn bushings, and attach-ing components. Repair as necessary if any of theseconditions exist.

A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may becaused by the hydraulic valving and may be intermit-tent. This condition is not repairable and the shockabsorber must be replaced.

The shock absorbers are not refillable or adjust-able. If a malfunction occurs, the shock absorbermust be replaced. To test a shock absorber, hold it inan upright position and force the piston in and out ofthe cylinder four or five times. The action throughouteach stroke should be smooth and even.

The spring eye and shock absorber bushings do notrequire any type of lubrication. Do not attempt tostop spring bushing noise by lubricating them.Grease and mineral oil-base lubricants will deterio-rate the bushing rubber.

If the vehicle is used for severe, off-road operation,the springs should be examined periodically. Checkfor broken and shifted leafs, loose and missing clips,and broken center bolts. Refer to Spring and ShockAbsorber Diagnosis chart for additional information.

VA REAR 2 - 11

SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION

SPRING SAGS 1. Broken leaf. 1. Replace spring.

2. Spring fatigue. 2. Replace spring.

SPRING NOISE 1. Loose spring clamp bolts. 1. Tighten to specification.

2. Worn bushings. 2. Replace bushings.3. Worn or missing spring tip inserts. 3. Replace spring tip inserts.

SHOCK NOISE 1. Loose mounting fastener. 1. Tighten to specification.2. Worn bushings. 2. Replace shock.3. Leaking shock. 3. Replace shock.

SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART


DESCRIPTION Nm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.Sway Bar Link 95 60

Sway Bar Clamp To Axle(SRW)

25 18

Sway Bar Clamp To Axle(DRW)

70 52

Rear Spring To FrontSpring Bracket

(SRW)

95 70

Rear Spring To FrontSpring Bracket

(DRW)

185 136

Rear Spring To RearSpring Bracket

(SRW)

85 63

Rear Spring To RearSpring Bracket

(DRW)

185 136

Spring Shackle To RearSpring Bracket

(SRW)

90 66

Spring Shackle To RearSpring Bracket

(DRW)

185 136

U-Bolt To Spring Plate &Axle

(SRW&DRW)

170 125

Lower Shock Mounting ToRear Axle

M12 X 1.5 Bolt

70 52

2 - 12 REAR VA

REAR (Continued)

DESCRIPTION Nm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.Lower Shock Mounting To

Rear AxleM14 X 1.5 Bolt(SRW&DRW)

110 81

Upper Shock Mounting ToFrame(SRW)

80 59

Upper Shock Mounting ToFrame(DRW)

140 103

SHOCK

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SHOCKA knocking or rattling noise from a shock absorber

may be caused by movement between mountingbushings and metal brackets or attaching compo-nents. These noises can usually be stopped by tight-ening the attaching nuts. If the noise persists,inspect for damaged and worn bushings, and attach-ing components. Repair as necessary if any of theseconditions exist.

A squeaking noise from the shock absorber may becaused by the hydraulic valving and may be intermit-tent. This condition is not repairable and the shockabsorber must be replaced.

The shock absorbers are not refillable or adjust-able. If a malfunction occurs, the shock absorbermust be replaced. To test a shock absorber, hold it inan upright position and force the piston in and out ofthe cylinder four or five times. The action throughouteach stroke should be smooth and even.

The shock absorber bushings do not require anytype of lubrication. Do not attempt to stop bushingnoise by lubricating them. Grease and mineral oil-base lubricants will deteriorate the bushing.

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the shock absorber bolt from the rear

axle (Fig. 1).(3) Unsnap the clip for the ALB lever (left hand

side) (Fig. 1).(4) Remove the ALB lever from the upper shock

bolt/stud (Fig. 1).(5) Remove the shock absorber bolt from the frame

side (Fig. 1).(6) Remove the shock absorber (Fig. 1).

INSTALLATION(1) Install the shock absorber (Fig. 1).

(2) Install the shock absorber bolt to the frameside (Fig. 1) Tighten to 80 Nm (59 ft.lbs.) for (SRW)or Tighten to 140 Nm (103 ft.lbs.) for (DRW).

(3) Install the ALB lever to the upper shock bolt/stud (left hand side only) (Fig. 1).

(4) Snap the clip for the ALB lever (Fig. 1).(5) Install the shock absorber bolt to the rear axle

(Fig. 1) Tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft.lbs.) for (M12X1.5bolt) or Tighten to 110 Nm (81 ft.lbs.) for (M14X1.5bolt).


Fig. 1 SHOCK ABSORBER (LEFT SIDE SHOWN)1 - CLIP2 - WASHER3 - MOUNTING STUD/BOLT4 - WASHER5 - NUT6 - FRAME7 - SHOCK ABSORBER8 - BOLT9 - NUT10 - ALB LEVER

VA REAR 2 - 13

REAR (Continued)

SPRING

DESCRIPTIONThe rear suspension system uses a multi-leaf

springs and a solid drive axle. The forward end of thesprings are mounted to the body rail hangersthrough rubber bushings. The rearward end of thesprings are attached to the body by the use of shack-les. The spring and shackles use rubber bushings.

OPERATIONThe springs control ride quality and maintain vehi-

cle ride height. The shackles allow the springs tochange their length as the vehicle moves over variousroad conditions.

REMOVAL

REMOVAL - (SRW)(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Support the rear axle.(3) Remove the U-bolt and spring plate (Fig. 2).(4) Remove the spring from the front spring

bracket (Fig. 2).(5) Remove the rear spring with the spring shackle

from the spring bracket (Fig. 2).(6) Lower the rear axle and remove the rear

spring.(7) Remove the spring shackle from the spring (if

needed) (Fig. 2).

REMOVAL - (DRW)(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Support the rear axle.(3) Remove the U-bolt and spring plate (Fig. 3).(4) Remove the spring from the front spring

bracket (Fig. 3).(5) Remove the rear spring with the spring shackle

from the spring bracket (Fig. 3).(6) Lower the rear axle and remove the rear

spring.(7) Remove the spring shackle from the spring (if

needed) (Fig. 3).

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION - (SRW)

NOTE: Larger spring bushing goes toward the front.

(1) Install the spring shackle to the spring (ifremoved) (Fig. 2). Tighten to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.).

(2) Install the spring to the front spring bracket(Fig. 2). Tighten to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install the spring to the rear spring bracket(Fig. 2). Tighten to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).

(4) Raise the rear axle and attach the spring plateand U-bolts (Fig. 2). Tighten to 170 Nm (125 ft. lbs.).


Fig. 2 REAR LEAF SPRING WITH SINGLE REARWHEELS

1 - NUT2 - LEAF SPRING3 - U-BOLTS4 - PLATE5 - SPRING BOLT6 - SHACKLE BOLT7 - SPRING SHACKLE8 - U-BOLT NUTS

Fig. 3 REAR LEAF SPRING WITH DUAL REARWHEELS

1 - U-BOLTS2 - NUT3 - BOLT4 - SPRING SHACKLE5 - U-BOLT MOUNTING NUT6 - U-BOLT BRACKET ALIGNING PLATE7 - LEAF SPRING

2 - 14 REAR VA

INSTALLATION - (DRW)

NOTE: Larger spring bushing goes toward the front.

(1) Install the spring shackle to the spring (ifremoved) (Fig. 3). Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(2) Install the spring to the front spring bracket(Fig. 3). Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install the spring to the rear spring bracket(Fig. 3). Tighten to 185 Nm (136 ft. lbs.).

(4) Raise the rear axle and attach the spring plateand U-bolts (Fig. 3). Tighten to 170 Nm (125 ft. lbs.).


SPRING SHACKLE

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Support the rear axle.(3) Remove both the rear spring shackles from the

spring bracket.(4) Lower the rear axle and remove the rear spring

shackle from the spring.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the spring shackle to the spring.

Tighten to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.).(2) Raise the rear axle while installing the spring

shackle to the spring bracket. Tighten to 85 Nm (63ft. lbs.).


STABILIZER BAR

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the stabilizer links at the bar (Fig. 4).(3) Remove the stabilizer bar clamp at the axle

(Fig. 4).(4) Remove the bracket (Fig. 4)(5) Remove the stabilizer bar from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the stabilizer bar to the axle.(2) Install the stabilizer bar clamps and bracket,

center the bar then tighten to 25 Nm (18ft. lbs.)(SRW) (Fig. 4) or Tighten to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) for(DRW) (Fig. 5).

(3) Install the stabilizer bar to the stabilizer linksand tighten to 95 Nm (60 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 4) or (Fig. 5).


Fig. 4 SWAY BAR WITH SINGLE REAR WHEELS(SRW)

1 - M12 NUT2 - BUSHING3 - SWAY BAR LINK4 - M12 BOLT5 - SWAY BAR6 - CLAMP7 - M8 BOLT8 - BRACKET9 - FOUR POINT NUT M810 - WASHER11 - M8 NUT12 - BUSHING13 - MOUNT

Fig. 5 SWAY BAR WITH DUAL REAR WHEELS(DRW)

1 - STABILIZER LINK2 - SWAY BRA BOLT3 - SWAY BAR NUT4 - SWAY BAR5 - RUBBER MOUNT6 - SWAY BAR CLAMP7 - CLAMP MOUNTING BOLTS

VA REAR 2 - 15

SPRING (Continued)

STABILIZER LINK

REMOVAL(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Remove the stabilizer links at the bar (Fig. 4).(3) Remove the stabilizer link at the frame.

INSTALLATION(1) Install the stabilizer bar to the stabilizer links

and tighten to 95 Nm (60 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 4).(2) Lower the vehicle.(3) Install the stabilizer link to the frame. Tighten

to 95 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).

2 - 16 REAR VA

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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WHEEL ALIGNMENTDESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PRE-ALIGNMENT

INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

STANDARD PROCEDURE - TOEADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

DESCRIPTION

NOTE: Camber and Caster are not adjustable onthis vehicle. (TOE ONLY).

NOTE: Suspension components with rubber/ure-thane bushings should be tightened with the vehi-cle at normal ride height. It is important to have thesprings supporting the weight of the vehicle whenthe fasteners are torqued. If springs are not at theirnormal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could beaffected and premature bushing wear may occur.

Wheel alignment involves the correct positioning ofthe wheels in relation to the vehicle. The positioningis accomplished through suspension and steeringlinkage adjustments. An alignment is consideredessential for efficient steering, good directional stabil-ity and to minimize tire wear. The most importantmeasurements of an alignment are caster, camberand toe (Fig. 1).

CAUTION: Never attempt to modify suspension orsteering components by heating or bending.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PRE-ALIGNMENTINSPECTION

Before starting wheel alignment, the followinginspection and necessary corrections must be com-pleted. Refer to Suspension and Steering SystemDiagnosis Chart below for additional information.

(1) Inspect tires for size, air pressure and treadwear.

(2) Inspect front wheel bearings for wear.(3) Inspect front wheels for excessive radial or lat-

eral runout and balance.(4) Inspect ball studs, linkage pivot points and

steering gear for looseness, roughness or binding.(5) Inspect suspension components for wear and

noise.(6) Road test the vehicle.

Fig. 1 Wheel Alignment Measurements1 - FRONT OF VEHICLE2 - STEERING AXIS INCLINATION3 - PIVOT POINT4 - TOE-IN

VA WHEEL ALIGNMENT 2 - 17

SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION

FRONT END NOISE 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.

2. Loose or worn steering orsuspension components.

2. Tighten or replace components asnecessary.



EXCESSIVE PLAY INSTEERING

1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.



3. Loose or worn steering gear. 3. Replace steering gear.

FRONT WHEELS SHIMMY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.



3. Tires worn or out of balance. 3. Replace or balance tires.4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

VEHICLE INSTABILITY 1. Loose or worn wheel bearing. 1. Replace wheel bearing.



3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

EXCESSIVE STEERINGEFFORT

1. Loose or worn steering gear. 1. Replace steering gear.

2. Column coupler binding. 2. Replace coupler.3. Tire pressure. 3. Adjust tire pressure.4. Alignment. 4. Align vehicle to specifications.

VEHICLE PULLS TO ONESIDE

1. Tire pressure. 1. Adjust tire pressure.2. Tire. 2. Criss-Cross Front Tires.3. Alignment. 3. Align vehicle to specifications.4. Loose or worn steering orsuspension components.


5. Radial tire lead. 5. Rotate or replace tire as necessary.6. Brake pull. 6. Repair brake as necessary.7. Weak or broken spring. 7. Replace spring.

2 - 18 WHEEL ALIGNMENT VA

WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Continued)

STANDARD PROCEDURE - TOE ADJUSTMENTCAMBER AND CASTER ARE NOT ADJUSTABLE

(TOE ONLY)..The wheel toe position adjustment is the final

adjustment.(1) Start the engine and turn wheels both ways

before straightening the wheels. Secure the steeringwheel with the front wheels in the straight-aheadposition.

(2) Loosen the tie rod jam nuts.

NOTE: Each front wheel should be adjusted forone-half of the total toe position specification. Thiswill ensure the steering wheel will be centeredwhen the wheels are positioned straight-ahead.

(3) Adjust the wheel toe position by turning theinner tie rod as necessary.

(4) Tighten the tie rod jam nut to 50 Nm (37 ft.lbs.).

(5) Verify the specifications(6) Turn off engine.

SPECIFICATIONSFRONT SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION FRONT SPECIFICATIONToe-In .16

DESCRIPTION FRONT SPECIFICATIONCamber .75CamberLeft to Right DifferenceMax

1.33

Caster .5Steering KnuckleInclination

.5

Steering KnuckleInclinationLeft to Right DifferenceMax

1

REAR SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION REAR SPECIFICATIONToe-InMax

0 (.25)

CamberMax

0 (-.66/+.33)

Inclination of RearWheels (Individual WheelToe)= MaximumInclination of Rear AxleMax

0 (.25)


DESCRIPTION Nm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.Outer Tie Rod End Jam

Nut50 37

VA WHEEL ALIGNMENT 2 - 19

WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Continued)

DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE

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PROPELLER SHAFT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 REAR AXLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

PROPELLER SHAFT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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PROPELLER SHAFTDIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1STANDARD PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

PROPELLER SHAFTREMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6CENTER BEARING

REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

PROPELLER SHAFT

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATIONOut-of-round tires or wheels that are out of bal-

ance, will cause a low frequency vibration.

Driveline vibration can be from loose or damagedengine mounts.

Propeller shaft vibration increases with vehiclespeed. A vibration within a specific speed is not usu-ally caused by a out of balanced propeller shaft.Worn universal joints or an incorrect propeller shaftangle, usually cause such a vibration.

VA DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE 3 - 1

DRIVELINE VIBRATION

Drive Condition Possible Cause CorrectionPropeller Shaft Noise 1) Undercoating or other foreign

material on shaft.1) Clean exterior of shaft and washwith solvent.

2) Loose U-joint clamp screws. 2) Install new clamps and screwsand tighten to proper torque.

3) Loose or bent U-joint yoke orexcessive runout.

3) Install new yoke.

4) Incorrect driveline angularity. 4) Measure and correct drivelineangles.

5) Rear spring center bolt not inseat.

5) Loosen spring u-bolts and seatcenter bolt.

6) Worn U-joint bearings. 6) Install new U-joint.7) Propeller shaft damaged or outof balance.

7) Installl new propeller shaft.

8) Broken rear spring. 8) Install new rear spring.9) Excessive runout or unbalancedcondition.

9) Re-index propeller shaft, test,and evaluate.

10) Excessive drive pinion gearshaft runout.

10) Re-index propeller shaft andevaluate.

11) Excessive axle yoke deflection. 11) Inspect and replace yoke ifnecessary.

12) Excessive transfer case runout. 12) Inspect and repair as necessary.Universal Joint Noise 1) Loose U-joint clamp screws. 1) Install new clamps and screws

and tighten to proper torque.2) Lack of lubrication. 2) Replace as U-joints as

necessary.

PROPELLER SHAFT BALANCE

NOTE: Removing and indexing the propeller shaft180 relative to the yoke may eliminate some vibra-tions.

If propeller shaft is suspected of being out of bal-ance, verify with the following procedure:

(1) Place vehicle in netrual.(2) Raise and support the vehicle by the axles as

level as possible.(3) Clean all foreign material from propeller shaft

and universal joints.(4) Inspect propeller shaft for missing balance

weights, broken welds, and bent areas.

NOTE: If propeller shaft is bent, it must be replaced.

(5) Inspect universal joints for wear, properlyinstalled and correct alignment with the shaft.

(6) Check universal joint clamp screws torque.(7) Remove wheels and tires. Install wheel lug

nuts to retain the brake drums/rotors.

(8) Mark and number propeller shaft six inchesfrom the pinion yoke end at four positions 90 apart.

(9) Run and accelerate the vehicle until vibrationoccurs. Note intensity and speed the vibrationoccurred. Stop the engine.

(10) Install a screw clamp at position 1 (Fig. 1).(11) Start engine and re-check for vibration. If lit-

tle or no change in vibration is evident, move clampto the next positions and repeat vibration test.

NOTE: If there is no difference in vibration at theother positions, the vibration may not be propellershaft.

(12) If vibration decreased, install a second clamp(Fig. 2) and repeat vibration test.

(13) If additional clamp causes additional vibra-tion, separate clamps 1/2 inch above and below themark. Repeat the vibration test (Fig. 3).

(14) Increase distance between clamps and repeattest until vibration is at the lowest level. Bend theslack end of the clamps so the screws will not loosen.

3 - 2 PROPELLER SHAFT VA

PROPELLER SHAFT (Continued)

(15) If vibration remains unacceptable, preformthe procedure to the front end of the propeller shaft.

(16) Install the wheel and tires. Lower the vehicle.

PROPELLER SHAFT RUNOUT(1) Clean the propeller shaft surface where the

dial indicator will contact the shaft.(2) The dial indicator must be installed perpendic-

ular to the shaft surface.(3) Measure runout at the center and ends of the

shaft away from weld areas, to ensure weld processwill not effect the measurements.

(4) Refer to Runout Specifications chart.(5) If propeller shaft is out of specification, remove

propeller shaft and index the shaft 180. Install thepropeller shaft and measure shaft runout again.

(6) If propeller shaft is now within specifications,mark shaft and yokes for proper orientation.

(7) If propeller shaft runout is not within specifica-tions, check runout of the transmission and axle.Correct as necessary and repeat propeller shaftrunout measurement.

(8) Replace propeller shaft if the runout stillexceeds the limits.

RUNOUT SPECIFICATIONS

Front of Shaft 0.020 in. (0.50 mm)Center of Shaft 0.025 in. (0.63 mm)Rear of Shaft 0.020 in. (0.50 mm)note:Measure front/rear runout approximately 76 mm (3 in.)from the weld seam at each end of the shaft tube fortube lengths over 30 inches. For tube lengths under30 inches, the maximum allowed runout is 0.50 mm(0.020 in.) for the full length of the tube.

STANDARD PROCEDURE

PROPELLER SHAFT ANGLEThis procedure applies the front and rear propeller

shafts.(1) Place vehicle in netural.(2) Raise and support vehicle at the axles as level

as possible.(3) Remove universal joint snap rings if equipped,

so Inclinometer 7663 base sits flat.(4) Rotate shaft until transmission case output

yoke bearing is facing downward.

NOTE: Always make measurements from front torear and from the same side of the vehicle.

(5) Place Inclinometer 7663 on yoke bearing (A)parallel to the shaft. Center bubble in sight glass andrecord measurement.

Fig. 1 Clamp Screw At Position 11 - CLAMP2 - SCREWDRIVER

Fig. 2 Two Clamp Screws At The Same Position

Fig. 3 Clamp Screws Separated1 - 12 INCH

VA PROPELLER SHAFT 3 - 3


This measurement will give you the transmis-sion yoke Output Angle (A).

(6) Rotate propeller shaft 90 degrees and placeinclinometer on yoke bearing parallel to the shaft.Center bubble in sight glass and record measure-ment. This measurement can also be taken at therear end of the shaft.

This measurement will give you the PropellerShaft Angle (C).

(7) Rotate propeller shaft 90 degrees and placeinclinometer on companion flange yoke bearing par-allel to the shaft. Center bubble in sight glass andrecord measurement.

This measurement will give you the PinionFlange Input Angle (B).

(8) Subtract smaller figure from larger (C minusA) to obtain Transmission Output OperatingAngle.

(9) Subtract smaller figure from larger (C minusB) to obtain axle Input Operating Angle.

Refer to rules and example in (Fig. 4) for addi-tional information.

RULES Good cancellation of U-joint operating angles

should be within 1degree. Operating angles should be less than 3 degrees. At least 1/2 of one degree continuous operating

(propeller shaft) angle.

TWO/THREE-PIECE PROPELLER SHAFTThe procedure to measure the propeller shaft

angles involved with a two/three-piece (Fig. 5) propel-ler shaft is the same as those for a one-piece propel-ler shaft.

Fig. 4 UNIVERSAL JOINT ANGLE EXAMPLE1 - 4.9 Angle (C)2 - 3.2 Angle (B)3 - Input Yoke

4 - 3.0 Angle (A)5 - Output Yoke

3 - 4 PROPELLER SHAFT VA


SPECIFICATIONSTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTION Nm Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.Propeller shaft totransmission bolt 70 52 -

Propeller shaft to axle bolt 70 52 -Retaining bracket to frame

floor bolt 100 74 -

Center Bearing support toframe floor bolt 95 70 -

Center Bearing to supportnut 105 77 -

SPECIAL TOOLS

SPECIAL TOOL CROSS-REFERENCE CHART

MB TOOL # MILLER TOOL# DESCRIPTION

N/A 938 BRIGEN/A 1130 SPLITTER

387 589 05 1500 9275 INSTALLER

N/A 7663 INCLINOMETER

Fig. 5 UNIVERSAL JOINT ANGLE1 - YOKES MUST BE IN SAME PLANE

BRIDGE 938

VA PROPELLER SHAFT 3 - 5


PROPELLER SHAFT

REMOVAL(1) Secure vehicle to prevent it from rolling.(2) Make installing reference marks on propeller

shaft (Fig. 6) and (Fig. 7).(3) Remove retaining bracket bolts (Fig. 8) and

(Fig. 9).(4) Remove propeller shaft bolts from rear axle

and transmission at the flange.(5) Remove propeller shaft intermediate bearing

nuts from retaining bracket and bracket for brakecable.

NOTE: The brake cable bracket is only installed invehicles with wheelbase 3550 mm

(6) Remove shaft from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION(1) Install propeller shaft intermediate bearing/

bearings to support and tighten nuts to 105 Nm (77ft. lbs.).

(2) Install propeller shaft intermediate bearingsupport/supports to frame floor and tighten bolts to95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).

(3) Install propeller shaft intermediate bearingwith retaining bracket and bracket for brake cable.

NOTE: The bracket is only installed on vehicleswith wheelbase 3550 mm.

(4) Install propeller shaft to rear axle and trans-mission flange with installation marks are aligned.Tighten bolts to 70 Nm (66 ft. lbs.).

(5) Install retaining bracket and tighten bolts to100 Nm (74 f

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