Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Support the rear axle.
- Remove the spare tire.
- Disconnect rear exhaust hangers and lower exhaust system, if necessary.
- Remove the following parts:
| • | The frame to spring shackle nut |
| • | The frame to spring shackle bolt |
- Remove the following parts:
| • | The spring shackle to leaf spring nut |
| • | The spring shackle to leaf spring bolt |
- Remove the spring shackle from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the
spring shackle to the vehicle.
- Install the following parts:
| • | The spring shackle to the leaf spring bolt |
| • | The spring shackle to the leaf spring nut |
| • | Do not tighten the nut. |
- Install the following parts:
| • | The frame to the spring shackle bolt |
| • | The frame to the spring shackle nut |
| • | Do not tighten the nut. |
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Support the axle
so that there is a distance of 164 mm to 176 mm (6.46 in
to 6.94 in) between the axle tube and the metal surface of the
bumper bracket (1).
Tighten
Tighten the spring shackle nuts to 122 N·m (89 lb ft).
- Raise exhaust system and connect rear exhaust hangers, if necessary.
- Install the spare tire.
- Remove rear axle support.
- Lower the vehicle.
