F 150 2WD Pickup V6-4.2L VIN 2 (1997)
2.
Install a new Bolt (58634-S2), two (2) Washers (44877-S2) and a Nut (34987-52). Torque to 62 +/- 15 Nm (46 +/- 11 lb-ft).
(H) Axle Pivot Brackets
NOTE:
USE WARRANTY DEALER CODING: 3B178, AS BASIC PART NO.
Inspect and retorque all axle pivot bracket bolts (torque values may vary by model - refer to the appropriate light truck Service Manual for proper torque
specifications).
NOTE:
IF THE BOLT IS LOOSE AND THE BRACKET IS NOT CLAMPED TIGHTLY, INSPECT THE FRAME AND BRACKET HOLES FOR
ELONGATION. IF A FRAME HOLE IS ELONGATED, THE ENTIRE FRAME MUST BE REPLACED. NO FRAME REPAIRS ARE
AUTHORIZED ON THESE # 1 CROSSMEMBER HOLES.
