Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
3.
Using C-clamps, clamp the leaves of the leaf spring together on both sides of the center bolt and remove the bolt (Figure 4).
4.
Reinstall the center bolt and torque the nut to 70 +/- 10 N.m (52 +/- 7 Lb-ft). Push the axle the maximum distance in the direction required to
reduce the thrust angle and tighten the U-bolt nuts: 115.5 +/- 17.5 N.m (85 +/- 13 Lb-ft) for 14 mm nuts, 175 +/- 27 N.m (129 +/- 20 Lb-ft) for 16
mm nuts.
5.
Reattach the shock absorber and torque to 79 N.m (58 Lb-ft).
