RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
CAUTION: The left and right side torsion bars are NOT interchangeable. The bars are identified and stamped R or L, for right or left. The bars do not
have a front or rear end and can be installed with either end facing forward.
1. Insert torsion bar ends into anchor and suspension arm.
2. Position the anchor in the frame crossmember.
3. Install Special Tool - 8686 to the anchor and the crossmember.
4. Increase the tension on the anchor in order to load the torsion bar.
5. Install the adjustment bolt and the adjuster nut.
6. Turn adjustment bolt clockwise the recorded amount of turns.
7. Remove tool - 8686 from the torsion bar crossmember.
8. Install the transfer case skid plate.
9. Lower vehicle and adjust the front suspension height.
10. Perform a wheel alignment.
