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Front Coil Spring - Installation






INSTALLATION

1. Install jounce bumper into mount.
2. Install the spring isolator.

NOTE: Rotation of the spring and prying down slightly on the axle will aid in installation.

3. Position the coil spring on the axle pad. It may be necessary to rotate the spring while installing.
4. Raise the axle into position until the spring seats in the upper mount.
5. Install the shock at the axle, Front Shock Absorber - Installation.
6. Install the track bar to the axle bracket, Front Track Bar - Installation.
7. Install the lower suspension arms to the frame. Install mounting bolts and nuts finger tight, Front Lower Control Arm - Installation.
8. Install the drag link to the right side knuckle, Steering Drag Link - Installation.
9. Remove the hydraulic jack from under the axle.
10. Install the wheel and tire assemblies, Service and Repair.
11. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
12. Tighten the lower suspension arms nuts to 169 Nm (125 ft. lbs.) at normal ride height with the vehicle weight.