Leaf Spring: Removal
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the fuel tank (except Crew Cab and ZR2 models).
- Remove the EVAP canister on 2-Door utility models (except the ZR2).
- Remove the spare tire, if necessary.
- Remove the muffler, if necessary.
- Support the rear axle in order to relieve the tension on the leaf springs.
- Remove the leaf spring U-bolt retaining nuts. Remove the leaf spring U-bolts. See Fig 1.
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- Rotate anchor plate out of the way.
- Remove the spring shackle to leaf spring mounting nut and bolt. See Fig 2.
- Remove the leaf spring to front bracket mounting nut and bolt. See Fig 3.
- Remove the leaf spring from the vehicle.
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