Rubicon Express RE7144 - Manual (Page 4)

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C. Set the new drag link to match the length of the factory drag link being sure to have equal tie rod end engagement in
both ends of the drag link tube.
D. Install the draglink top down into the newly tapered hole in the passenger knuckle and as it came out of the pitman
arm. Install nuts to 50 ft/lbs, and tighten to the next slot for the cotter pin. Install cotter pin to lock nut.
Front brake lines, shocks, and sway bar links/disconnects
A. Remove and replace the front brake lines with the included stainless steel brake lines. The lines are left and right specific, when
installed the 90 degree leader from the caliper should be leaning away from the tire. (photo 4, front shown)
B. Depending on what shocks have been purchased with the suspension system, it may be necessary to reuse the sleeves and bar
pins from the stock shocks. If this is necessary be sure to lubricate the sleeves or bar pins during removal and most importantly
during re-installation.
C. See supplied instruction sheet for the front sway bar link / disconnect information (RE1143). This kit contains all parts necessary
to be used on a Jeep Rubicon model with factory electronic disconnect as well as X and Sahara Jeep models.
Photo # 4 Photo # 5
Step 2 – Rear arm and component installation
A. With the vehicle and axle properly supported prepare the rear end suspension component installation by removing the following
items; shocks, sway bar links, and track bar at the frame only (loosen the track bar bolt at the axle). The shocks and sway bar
links will not be reinstalled on the vehicle.
D. Remove the brake line attaching screw at the frame but keep the brake system sealed at this time. Unclip the abs wires from
there attaching points on the axle brackets for additional length. Remove the two nuts holding the E-brake cables to the bottom
of the body.
E. Lower the axle and remove both coil springs. The rubber isolators will come out with the coil and must be reinstalled with the
new coil springs.
Rear track bar bracket and factory track bar (photo 5)
NOTE: With the installation of the rear track bar bracket you may notice that at ride height, the axle is
not completely centered under the chassis; this is intentional. The reason for such offset at ride height
is to allow for proper tire to frame, and/or control arm clearance. Centering the axle under the chassis
at ride height may cause the tire to contact the frame and/or control arm which may result in tire
damage or failure!