Leaf Spring & Bushings: Removal
- Raise and support vehicle on frame hoist. Place adjustable jack stand under axle. Lift axle until all tension is relieved from leaf spring assembly. Detach shackle-to-frame upper mounting nut and bolt. Detach front spring eye bolt and nut.
- Detach "U" bolt mounting nuts and remove spring-to-axle "U" bolts. Remove spring leafs, upper anchor plate and spring spacer pads. Detach shackle-to-spring lower mounting nut and bolt.
- Remove bushings, spacers and shackles. See Fig 1 . Inspect bushings for excessive wear or deterioration. Check spring leafs for cracks, damage or loss of arc. Replace components as necessary.