Section 04-01A: Suspension, Front, 4x2
1996 F-Series Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Insulators, Radius Arm

 

Removal

  1. Loosen the upper shock absorber pivot bolt and compress the front shock absorber (18124).

  1. Remove the nut and washer attaching the radius arm to the radius arm bracket. Remove the outer insulator and spacer.

  1. Move the radius arm and axle assembly forward out of the radius arm bracket.

  1. Remove the inner insulator and retainer.

 

Installation

  1. Follow removal procedures in reverse order.

  1. Tighten radius arm to radius arm bracket nut to 113-153 Nm (83-113 lb-ft). Tighten upper shock bolt to 34-46 Nm (25-34 lb-ft).