Caution: When removing the rear springs, do not use a twin-post type hoist. The swing arch tendency of the rear axle assembly when certain fasteners are removed may cause it to slip from the hoist which may cause personal injury.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the brake hose bracket screw from the control arm. Refer to Brake Intermediate Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
3. Use the utility stand in order to support the center of the rear axle.
4. Remove the shock absorber lower bolts and nuts. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
5. Remove the rear axle tie rod from the rear axle. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement .




Notice: Do not suspend the rear axle by the brake hoses. Damage to the brake hoses may result.

6. Use the utility stand in order to lower the rear axle.

Notice: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the spring coating when handling the rear suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

7. Remove the springs (4) and the insulators (5).

Notice: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the spring coating when handling the rear suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

Important: Position the spring so that the paint stripe (6) is facing rearward and centered to the shock absorber.

1. Install the springs (4) and the insulators (5) to the rear axle.
2. Use the utility stand in order to raise the rear axle.
3. Install the rear axle tie rod to the rear axle. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement .
4. Install the shock absorbers to the rear axle. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
5. Install the brake hose bracket to the control arm. Refer to Brake Intermediate Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
6. Remove the utility stand.
7. Lower the vehicle.