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Removal & Installation

  1. Remove shock absorbers as previously outlined. Raise vehicle and support with safety stands. Raise semi-trailing arm until approximately level.
  2. Using spring compressor, compress coil spring. Carefully lower semi-trailing arm and remove spring with rubber mounting. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Fig 1: Rear Suspension Trailing Arm, Differential & Axle Carrier
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