ccwrangler wrote:
Bill wrote:
Check the lower bracket on the trac bar . Mine has loosened up before and made a similar sound .
checked it this morning, it was a little loose, and i torqued it to 55lbs (what i found online). is that high enough? it still makes the sound though
edit: nvm i think I torqued the drag link. i will have to try the trackbar tomorrow. what should i torque it to?
Specs from a Jeep Service Manual...2002
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the track bar at axle tube bracket.
Loosely install the retaining bolt and flag nut.
(2) It may be necessary to pry the axle assembly
over to install the track bar at the frame rail. Install
track bar at the frame rail bracket. Install the
retaining nut on the stud.
(3) Tighten the ball stud nut to 81N·m (60 ft. lbs.)
and install a new cotter pin.
(4) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(5) Tighten the bolt at the axle bracket to 47 N·m
(40 ft. lbs.).
(6) Check alignment if a new track bar was
installed. (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL
ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).