Off Road Unlimited 60036-D Dana 44 Axle Crossover Steering System User Manual
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ORU- Dana 44 Axle Crossover Steering System
Steering Knuckle-
1) Set the parking brake. Block the rear wheels. Raise front of vehicle and support with jack
stands.
2) Remove the passenger side front wheel.
3) Unbolt brake caliper and support out of the way (do not allow caliper to hang by brake line!).
4) Remove the factory hub assembly.
5) Remove the brake rotor (this is a good time to inspect / re-pack the wheel bearings & seals).
6) Remove the factory spindle (inspect / grease inner spindle bearing).
7) Remove the axle shaft (Prior to sliding the axle shaft out, you can either raise the passenger
side of the vehicle slightly, or, remove the differential cover and drain the oil to prevent gear oil
from running into the axle tube).
8) Disconnect the factory tie rod from the knuckle.
9) Remove the upper and lower ball joint nuts and remove the knuckle.
10) When re-using the factory ball joints, inspect, press out, and re-install in the new knuckle. If
new ball joints are being used, press them into the new knuckle.
11) Reverse the previous steps for re-assembly.
12) Tighten all hardware to factory specifications.
WARRANTY POLICY
ORU (Off Road Unlimited), extends a lifetime warranty on their products to the original purchaser. The warranty covers
defects in material and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to wear items such as brakes, steering components,
u-joints, etc., or to products sold by, but not manufactured by ORU. Application of this warranty is subject to inspection of
the product by ORU and at their sole discretion. ORU is not responsible for shipping charges incurred to submit product
for inspection, or its return if the warranty is declined. This warranty does not cover parts that have been modified, applied
outside the intended application, or subjected to abuse. This warranty applies solely to the ORU product and does not
extend to any incidental damage(s) or incurred cost(s). No other warranties/guarantees are expressed or implied. All
warranty claims must be accompanied by the original receipt, or reasonable facsimile. To apply for warranty
consideration, contact the ORU Customer Service Department at 818-563-1208.
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