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Spring - Coil: Removal

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CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components and their failure can result in major service expense. Install new fasteners with the same part number or an equivalent part if installation is necessary. Do not install a part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to ensure correct retention of these parts.
    WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, depower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM .
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the stabilizer bar from the stabilizer bar links.
    1. Remove the nuts and the bushings.
    2. Rotate the stabilizer bar off the links.
  3. Use a suitable jack or jack stands to support the rear axle.
  4. Remove the nuts and bolts and disconnect the lateral arms from the frame.
    • Discard the nuts and bolts.
    5. WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
  5. Remove the nuts and bolts and disconnect the shock absorbers from the axle.
    • Discard the nuts and bolts.
  6. Carefully lower the suitable jack or jack stands.
  7. Remove the springs and spring insulators.
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