Spring Shackle Replacement 2500

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.



2. Remove the leaf spring assembly from vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.
3. Remove the shackle nut and the bolt from the spring.

1. Install the shackle to the spring.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the shackle nut and bolt to the spring and tighten to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).
3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.