Ranger 4WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1997)
Axle Beam: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on a frame hoist. Position a tail jackstand under the axle arm near the front axle pivot bracket. Lower the hoist until the axle is in
contact with the jackstand.
2. Remove the bolt and nut attaching the axle to the front axle pivot bracket. Raise hoist and, if required, pry the axle free from the front axle pivot
bracket.
3. On the right front axle pivot bracket, remove the attaching nuts.
4. Remove upper bolt and retainer and side bolt and retainer.
5. Remove and discard the lower bolt and retainer.
6. Remove the front axle pivot bracket from the front crossmember.
7. On the left front axle pivot bracket, drill out rivets so the mounting holes in the bracket and front crossmember are 9/16 inch in diameter.
