Skyjacker TU761PRS - Manual (Page 4)

I-TU761 Pg 4
Front Installation:
1. With the vehicle on flat level ground, set the emergency brake
& block the rear tires / wheels. Place a floor jack under the lower
control arm’s front cross member & raise the vehicle. Place jack
stands under the frame rails, behind the front wheel wells & lower the
frame onto the jack stands. Note: If the vehicle is equipped with a skid
plate, remove it at this time. This is in preparation for Step # 8.
2. Remove the front tires / wheels. (See Photo # 1)
3. Remove the tie rod end nut from the steering knuckle & remove the tie
rod end from the steering knuckle using a tie rod puller or similar tool.
(See Photo # 2)
4. Disconnect the brake caliper from the
brake rotor & disconnect the brake line
from the upper A-arm. (See Photo # 3)
Note: Simply wire the brake caliper out of
the way, it will not be necessary to
disconnect the brake line from the brake
caliper.
5. Disconnect the sway bar end links &
remove the sway bar. (See Photo # 4)
Disconnect the three upper strut retaining
nuts. (See Photo # 5)
6. Disconnect the upper A-arms from the
steering knuckles. Note: It may be
necessary to strike the side of the steering
knuckle with a dead blow hammer to
dislodge the upper ball joint. Be careful
not to damage the ball joint itself. (See
Photo # 6)
7. 4Wd Models: Disconnect the CV-shafts.
(See Photo # 7)
8. Disconnect the lower A-arm. Note: Be
careful to place a jack under the A-arm for
support. Disconnect the lower strut mount
& remove.
Photo # 3
Photo # 4
Photo # 6
Photo # 5
Photo # 2
Photo # 1
Photo # 7