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h.    Tighten the spring clamp retaining nuts to 163 Nm (120 ft. lbs) of torque.

CAUTION: DO NOT OVER TORQUE THE SPRING CLAMP RETAINING NUTS. EXCEEDING 163 Nm (120 FT. LBS) OF TORQUE WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE SPRING CLAMP BOLTS

i.    Verify rear thrust angle. Repeat steps a through within specifications.

3.    CORRECTING FOR REAR CAMBER OR TOE

a.    If rear toe and/or camber are out of specifications, but thrust angle is within specifications, replace the rear axle assembly. Refer to the appropriate Service Manual for information regarding rear differential service.

4.    CORRECTING FOR FRONT CASTER/CAMBER

a.    If the vehicle is a 4X2 and front caster or camber require adjustment, move the pivot bar located on the top of the upper suspension arm (Figure 4). Refer to the 1997 Dodge Ram Service Manual (Publication Number 81-37-7108), pages 2-1 through 2-7 for proper alignment procedures.

b.    If the vehicle is equipped with a Dana 44 front axle (all 1500 series 4X4 and 7500 lb GVW 2500 series 4X4), caster and toe are the only front alignment angles that can be altered. Refer to the 1997 Dodge Ram Service Manual (Publication Number 81-37-71 08), pages 2-1 through 2-7 for proper alignment procedures.

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