Turn the forcing screw clockwise to remove the pivot bushing.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | T78P-5638-A1 | Forcing Screw |
| 2 | 3001 | Axle |
| 3 | T80T-5638-A2 | Pivot Bushing Remover |
| 4 | — | Wrench |
| 5 | — | Backup Wrench |
| 6 | T78P-5638-A2 | Receiver Cup |
Section 04-01A: Suspension, Front, 4x2 | 1996 F-Series Workshop Manual |
| Description | Tool Number |
|---|---|
| Suspension Bushing Service Set | T78P-5638-A |
| Front Suspension Bushing Tool | T80T-5638-A |
| Forcing Screw | T78P-5638-A1 |
| Bushing Remover | T80T-5638-A2 |
| Receiver Cup | T78P-5638-A4 |
| Receiver Cup | T78P-5638-A2 |
| Bushing Replacer | T78P-5638-A3 |
Removal
NOTE: Individual bushing tools are included in Suspension Bushing Service Set T78P-5638-A and Front Suspension Bushing Tool T80T-5638-A.
Remove front coil spring (5310). Refer to Spring, Coil, in the Removal and Installation portion of this section.
Remove the axle pivot nut and bolt.
Pull the pivot end of axle down until bushing is exposed.
Install Forcing Screw T78P-5638-A1, Bushing Remover T80T-5638-A2 and Receiver Cup T78P-5638-A4 onto pivot bushing.
Turn the forcing screw clockwise to remove the pivot bushing.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | T78P-5638-A1 | Forcing Screw |
| 2 | 3001 | Axle |
| 3 | T80T-5638-A2 | Pivot Bushing Remover |
| 4 | — | Wrench |
| 5 | — | Backup Wrench |
| 6 | T78P-5638-A2 | Receiver Cup |
Installation
Place pivot bushing in axle. Assemble Receiver Cup T78P-5638-A2, Forcing Screw T78P-5638-A1 and Bushing Replacer T78P-5638-A3 as shown in the following illustration.
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | T78P-5638-A3 | Bushing Replacer |
| 2 | 3001 | Axle |
| 3 | T78P-5638-A1 | Forcing Screw |
| 4 | — | Washers |
| 5 | T78P-5638-A2 | Receiver Cup |
| 6 | — | Backup Wrench |
| 7 | — | Wrench |
Add four to six washers between head of forcing screw and Bushing Replacer T78P-5638-A3.
NOTE: Bushing must be free of any grease or oil.
Install bushing into axle, leaving 5.33-7.37mm (0.210-0.290 inch) gap between the shoulder of the bushing outer metal and the face of the I-beam as shown in the illustration.
Position axle in pivot bracket and install axle pivot bolt through the bracket and axle. Install nut but do not tighten at this time.
Install front coil spring. Refer to Spring, Coil, in the Removal and Installation portion of this section. Make sure front coil spring is seated.
Lower vehicle and with the weight on the suspension. Tighten pivot bushing bolt and nut to 163-203 Nm (120-150 lb-ft).
