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Leaf Spring

Spring Tools:





Special Service Tool(s)

Removal





1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the rear jack storage area. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air shocks, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

Turn the air suspension service switch off, if so equipped.
2. Raise the vehicle and install safety stands.
3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.





4. Use the Hi-Lift Jack to support the rear axle.





5. Separate the rear spring from the rear axle.
1 Remove the four nuts.
2 Remove the two U-bolts.
3 Position the rear spring plate aside.





6. Remove the rear spring.
1 Remove the bolt and nut.
2 Remove the bolt and nut.
3 Remove the roar spring.

Installation








1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.