For 1990-2009 cars

## Equalizing Beam Center Bushing Replacement On Vehicle U-340Type

#### Tools Required

• | J 42114 Bushing Remover and Installer

• | J 42115 Center Bushing Remover and Installer

### Removal Procedure

1. Set the parking brake.
2. Block the front wheels.
3. Remove the following components:

• | The saddle cap stud nuts

• | The washers

• | The saddle caps

4. Raise the frame in order to allow access to the center bushing. Support the frame forward and rearward of the rear axle.
5. Remove the equalizing beam from the vehicle. Refer to Equalizing Beam Replacement .
6. Position the equalizing beam on both axles.
7. Install the following components. Do not torque the nuts at this time.

• | The mounting washers

• | The bolts

• | The nuts

8. Center the bushing (2) using the J 42114 and the J 42115 .

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the new center bushing (2) using the tools from sets J 42114 and J 42115 .
2. Install the following components from the axles:

• | The mounting nuts

• | The washers

• | The nuts

• | The equalizing beam

3. Install the crosstube into the equalizing beam.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Position the equalizing beam on both axles. Install the following components to the equalizing beam end bushing.

• | The mounting washers

• | The bolts

• | The nuts

Tighten
Tighten the equalizer beam bolt nut to 700 N·m (516 lb ft).

5. Lower the frame in order to install the saddle cap assembly to the center bushing.
6. Install the following components:

• | The saddle caps

• | The saddle cap stud washers

• | The nuts

Tighten
Tighten the saddle cap nut to 340 N·m (250 lb ft) after the axle is in its normal operating position.

7. Remove the blocks from the wheels.

## Equalizing Beam Center Bushing Replacement On Vehicle RT-400 Type

#### Tools Required

• | J 42114 Bushing Remover and Installer

• | J 42115 Center Bushing Remover and Installer

### Removal Procedure

1. Set the parking brake.
2. Block the front wheels.
3. Remove the following components:

• | The saddle cap stud nuts

• | The washers

• | The saddle caps

4. Raise the frame in order to allow access to the center bushing. Support the frame forward and rearward of the rear axle.
5. Remove the equalizing beam from the vehicle. Refer to Equalizing Beam Replacement .
6. Position the equalizing beam on both axles.
7. Install the following components. Do not torque the nuts at this time.

• | The mounting washers

• | The bolts

• | The nuts

8. Center the bushing (2) using the J 42114 and the J 42115 .

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the new center bushing (2) using the tools from sets J 42114 and J 42115 .
2. Install the following components from the axles:

• | The mounting nuts

• | The washers

• | The nuts

• | The equalizing beam

3. Install the crosstube into the equalizing beam.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Position the equalizing beam on both axles. Install the following components to the equalizing beam end bushing.

Tighten
Tighten the equalizer beam bolt nut to 700 N·m (516 lb ft).

• | The mounting washers

• | The bolts

• | The nuts

5. Lower the frame in order to install the saddle cap assembly to the center bushing.
6. Install the following components:

• | The saddle caps

• | The saddle cap stud washers

• | The nuts

Tighten
Tighten the saddle cap nut to 340 N·m (250 lb ft) after the axle is in its normal operating position.

7. Remove the blocks from the wheels.

## Equalizing Beam Center Bushing Replacement Off Vehicle U-340 Type

#### Tools Required

J 42116 Bushing Remover and Installer

### Removal Procedure

Important: When replacing the center bushing, replace the center bushing of the opposite equalizing beam.

1. Remove the equalizing beam from the vehicle. Refer to Equalizing Beam Replacement .

Notice: Under no circumstances is a cutting torch, chisel, or tools that would damage the bore, to be used in removing the equalizing beam bushings. Damage by a torch or tools could reduce the strength of the bushing area and cause damage to the equalizing beam.

2. Remove the bushing, using the J 42116 .
3. Press out the bushing using a driver or arbor press. Exert force on the bushing outer sleeve.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the new bushing using the J 42116 .
2. Press the bushing into place. Exert force on the bushing outer sleeve until the outer sleeve extends an equal distance through the beam at both sides.
3. Install the equalizing beam.
4. Remove the blocks from the wheels.

## Equalizing Beam Center Bushing Replacement Off Vehicle RT-400 Type

#### Tools Required

J 42116 Bushing Remover and Installer

### Removal Procedure

Important: When replacing the center bushing, replace the center bushing of the opposite equalizing beam.

1. Remove the equalizing beam from the vehicle. Refer to Equalizing Beam Replacement .

Notice: Under no circumstances is a cutting torch, chisel, or tools that would damage the bore, to be used in removing the equalizing beam bushings. Damage by a torch or tools could reduce the strength of the bushing area and cause damage to the equalizing beam.

2. Remove the bushing, using the J 42116 .
3. Press out the bushing using a driver or arbor press. Exert force on the bushing outer sleeve.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the new bushing using the J 42116 .
2. Press the bushing into place. Exert force on the bushing outer sleeve until the outer sleeve extends an equal distance through the beam at both sides.
3. Install the equalizing beam.
4. Remove the blocks from the wheels.