RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
6. Position hub spacerand brake shield on bolts just installed in knuckle.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel speed sensor the brake shield must be positioned on the hub bearing.
7. Align rotor hub with drive shaft and start shaft into rotor hub splines.
NOTE: Position wheel speed sensor wire at the top of the knuckle if equipped.
8. Align bolt holes in hub bearing flange with bolts installed in knuckle. Then thread bolts into bearing flange far enough to hold assembly in place.
9. Install remaining bolts. Tighten hub/bearing bolts to 166 Nm (122 ft. lbs.).
10. Install washer and hub nut and tighten to 245 Nm (180 ft. lbs.).
11. Install new cotter pin in hub nut. Tighten nut as needed to align cotter pin hole in shaft with opening in nut.
12. Install brake caliper.
13. Install sensor wire to the steering knuckle and frame and if equipped. Connect the wheel speed sensor wire under the hood.
14. Install hub extension and mounting nuts, if equipped, and tighten to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.).
15. Install wheel and tire assemblies.
16. Remove support and lower the vehicle.
17. Apply brakes several times to seat brake shoes and caliper piston. Do not move vehicle until firm brake pedal is obtained.
