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Removal and Installation

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  1. Raise the vehicle and install safety stands.
  2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  3. Use the Hi-Lift Jack to support the rear axle (4001).
    Fig 1: Placing Hi-Lift Jack
    G00112901Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the nuts, U-bolts and spring plate. Carefully lower the rear axle and remove the rear spring spacer, if equipped.
    Fig 2: Removing Leaf Spring
    G00112902Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the nuts, bolts and the spring (5560).
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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