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 If the two measurements are equal, the axle is
centered. If the measurements vary, divide the
difference in half to determine the amount of ad-
justment required. HINT: If the axle housing is not
centered, the chassis can be laterally shifted using
either of the following methods.
Ratchet Strap (preferred)
 Attach a heavy duty ratchet strap to the chassis on
one side of the vehicle, and to the axle housing on
the other side.
 Tighten the strap in small increments to pull the
chassis in alignment with the axle.
 Take measurements after each adjustment until
centered.
Steering Wheel
 Have a partner turn the steering wheel in small in-
crements to shift the vehicle chassis side-to-side.
 After each adjustment, have your partner hold the
steering wheel steady while you take measure-
ments.
‰ 4. SET ADJUSTABLE TRACKBAR
LENGTH AND MOUNT TO AXLE
IMPORTANT: The length of the Adjustable Trackbar
must be set with axle housing perfectly centered and
the vehicle at normal ride height.
 With the axle housing centered beneath the chas-
sis, adjust the length of Adjustable Trackbar by ro-
tating the axle end until the rubber bushing aligns
with the mounting holes on the axle bracket.
 Install Axle End (B) of Adjustable Trackbar to the
axle bracket by securing with the original mounting
bolt and flag nut. Apply anti-seize lubricant to bolt
threads.
 Take measurements again to ensure axle housing
is perfectly centered and make any final adjust-
ments if necessary.
 Check the Chassis End (D) of Adjustable Trackbar
to ensure it is aligned with the chassis rail bracket.
If necessary, rotate fore/aft until the space be-
tween the trackbar and chassis rail bracket is
even.
IMPORTANT: The Chassis End of Adjustable Trackbar
must be in the “neutral” position (as illustrated above)
before the Jam Nut is tightened.
 Once all adjustments are complete, fully tighten
the Jam Nut (C) to prevent Adjustable Trackbar
length from changing. HINT: It may be easier to
tighten Jam Nut with the Adjustable Trackbar re-
moved from the vehicle.
 Tighten original mounting bolt on axle bracket to
50 ft-lb. using a torque wrench.
‰ 5. LUBRICATE ADJUSTABLE TRACKBAR
 Lubricate the 9/16” x 4-1/2” Greaseable Bolt (J) at
the chassis end of Adjustable Trackbar using com-
mon wheel bearing grease or equivalent.
Maintenance
Re-torque fasteners after driving 150 miles. Continue
to check torque specifications as part of regular ve-
hicle maintenance routine.
The chassis end of the Adjustable Trackbar features a
spherical polyurethane bushing which is both grease-
able and rebuildable. Lubricate the bushing via the
9/16” x 4-1/2” Greaseable Bolt (J) regularly as part of
vehicle maintenance schedule.
Regular cleaning with pressurized water is recom-
mended to maximize ease of operation and reliability.
Always lubricate afterwards to evacuate any moisture.
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Revision Date 10/31/2013