Tracker 4WD V6-2.5L VIN 4 (2001)
19. Be sure to align the reference marks (2) on the inner axle shaft flange (1) and the differential side joint flange (3) of the drive axle shaft.
20. Secure the flange bolts and nuts.
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Tighten the differential side joint bolts and nuts to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
21. Install the wheel-side joint of the front drive axle shaft in the steering knuckle.
22. Use a hydraulic jack in order to support the front control arm.
23. Install the following components to the front control arm:
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The steering knuckle
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The lower ball joint
24. Secure with the 3 nuts and 3 bolts.
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Tighten the lower ball joints and nuts to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
25. Remove the hydraulic jack.
26. Install the flange (1). Install the 6 flange bolts.
27. Secure the flange 6 bolts.
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Tighten the flange bolts to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
28. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.
29. Install the front skid plate to the vehicle (if the vehicle is equipped) and secure with four bolts.
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Tighten the front skid plate bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
30. Lower the vehicle.
Right Side
Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement-Right
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and Support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the following components (if the vehicle is equipped):
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The 4 skid plate bolts
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The front skid plate
3. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.