Front Suspension Maintenance for Ram Raider V6-2972cc 30L (1989)
Wheel Bearing: Adjustments
Front Suspension
RWD Models
Install hub bearings on spindle, then install hub nut and torque to 22 ft. lbs to seat bearings. Loosen hub nut, then torque nut to 6 ft. lbs. Install nut
retainer cap and cotter pin. If cotter pin holes are not aligned, loosen nut to align holes. The nut may be loosened to a maximum of 30~ to align cotter pin
holes. Check to ensure hub assembly rotates freely without play.
4WD Models
1.
Using locknut adjusting tool No. MB990954, or equivalent torque bearing locknut to 94 - 145 ft. lbs.
2.
Loosen Locknut, then retorque to 18 ft. lbs.
3.
Loosen locknut 30-40~ to adjust front hub turning resistance of 2.6 to 11.3 inch lbs. If specified resistance cannot be met, bearing may be
incorrectly installed. Check then reading just wheel bearing.