Spring - Vs S/C 5.0L Petrol (G2263804): Removal

CAUTION: Nut and bolt must be tightened with vehicle at normal ride height.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustration depending on the vehicle specification, but essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
This procedure contains illustrations for right side components, left side components are similar.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE - V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL
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Using the transmission jack support the rear suspension.

General Equipment: Transmission jack
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Release the suspension height sensor link.
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Remove and discard the shock absorber nut and bolt.
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Remove and discard the tie-rod nut and bolt.
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Release the wheel speed sensor wiring harness.
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- Remove and discard the 2 integral link nuts and bolts.
- Remove the 2 integral links.
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- Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link nut.
- Release the stabilizer bar link from the lower control arm.
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- Remove and discard the rear lower control arm bolt.
- Remove the nut retaining bracket bolt.
- Discard the nut.
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- Carefully lower the rear lower control arm.
- Remove the coil spring.
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- Inspect the components and renew if damaged or worn.