Coil Spring

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Support the axle with a suitable holding fixture.

Fig 1: Shock Absorber & Shock Upper/Lower Bolt
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Remove the shock lower bolt (3) and nut.

Fig 2: Rear Coil Spring
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NOTE:

Lower the axle carefully and avoid putting stress on the flexible brake line.

Lower the axle support and tilt the Axel to remove the spring (3) and isolator (2) from the vehicle.