F 350 4WD Super Duty V8-6.4L DSL Turbo (2008)
19. Install 2 new U-bolts and 4 new nuts. Tighten the nuts evenly in a cross-type pattern in 4 stages.
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For F-250 and F-350:
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Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 2: Tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 3: Tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 4: Tighten to 200 Nm (148 ft. lbs.).
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For F-450 and F-550:
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Stage 1: Tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 2: Tighten to 200 Nm (148 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 3: Tighten to 300 Nm (221 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 4: Tighten to 400 Nm (295 ft. lbs.).
20. Remove the support from the axle.
21. Install new spring(s) as necessary.