Rear Springs
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
Important: When raising vehicle, do not use twin post type hoist.
2. Support rear axle (13) with adjustable lifting device.
3. Shock absorber nuts from rear axle. Refer to "Rear Shock Absorber".
4. Lower rear axle (13).
NOTICE: Do not suspend rear axle by brake hoses. Damage to hoses could result.
5. Upper insulator (15).
6. Rear spring (4).
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Rear spring (4) to rear axle (13).
Important:
^ Lower end of rear spring should be facing forward.
^ It is important not to chip or damage the corrosion protection coating on the rear spring. Avoid contact with hard steel. If coating has been chipped or damaged, do not use rear spring until it has been replaced.
2. Upper insulator (15) to rear spring (4).
3. Raise rear axle (13).
4. Shock absorber nuts to rear axle. Refer to "Rear Shock Absorber".
5. Remove rear axle support.
6. Lower vehicle.