F 450 2WD Super Duty V8-6.4L DSL Turbo (2008)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Axle - F-450, F-550
Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can
result in major service expense. They must be replaced with the same part number or an equivalent part if replacement is necessary. Do not
use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of
correct retention of these parts.
1. Using a suitable jack, equipped with safety chains, support the front axle.
2. Remove the track bar.
3. Remove the springs.
4. Remove the wheel knuckles.
5. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link lower bolts.
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To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.).
6. CAUTION: Tighten the radius arm front nuts with the suspension at curb height or damage to the bushings may occur.
Remove and discard the radius arm front nuts and bolts.
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To install, tighten to 300 Nm (222 ft. lbs.).
7. Remove the axle assembly.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
9. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.
