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Coil Spring Replacement Front Wheel Drive With Axle: Installation

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NOTE: 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.
NOTE: Position the spring so that the paint stripe (6) is facing rearward and centered to the shock absorber. Refer to Figure.
  1. Install the springs (4) and the insulators (5) to the rear axle. Refer to Figure.
  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 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE .
  4. Install the shock absorbers to the rear axle. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT FRONT WHEEL DRIVE .
  5. Install the brake hose bracket to the control arm.
  6. Remove the utility stand.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
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