Ranger 4WD V6-171 2.8L (1983)
Radius Arm Bushing: Service and Repair
Fig. 9 Radius Arm Replacement. 4x2 Models
Fig. 16 Radius arm replacement. 4 X 4 models
1.
Loosen axle pivot bolt and upper shock absorber pivot bolt and compress shock.
2.
Remove nut and washer attaching radius arm to radius arm bracket. Remove outer insulator and spacer, Figs. 15 and 16.
3.
Move radius arm and axle assembly forward out of radius arm bracket. Remove inner insulator and retainer.
4.
Reverse procedure to install. Torque upper shock bolt to 25---35 ft. lbs. and axle pivot bolt and nut to 120---150 ft. lbs.