Installation Procedure
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- Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the front bolt and nuts but do not tighten.
- Install the rear leaf spring hanger to shackle nut and bolt.
- Tighten the rear leaf spring front nut and to :
- First Pass: 170 N.m (125 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 48 degrees
- Tighten the rear leaf spring shackle nut and bolt to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).
- Install the spring spacer, if equipped.
- Install the U-bolts.
- Raise the rear axle until it touches the leaf spring and applies light compression to the leaf spring.
- Install the anchor plate.
- Install and tighten the U-bolts in a criss-cross sequence to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 LWB - 117.3L (31 gal) Tank + E85) , Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 SWB - 98.4L (26 gal) Tank) , Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 SWB - 98.4L (26 gal) Tank + E85) , Fuel Tank Replacement (2500 LWB - 4.35L (11.5 gal) Tank Rear) , Fuel Tank Replacement (1500 LWB - 117.3L (31 gal) Tank) , Fuel Tank Replacement (2500 LWB - 98.4L (26 gal) Tank Front) .
- Install the trailer hitch, if equipped. Refer to Trailer Hitch Replacement .
- Remove the rear axle support.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Do not reuse the U-bolts.