Rear Suspension

Fig. 1 Typical rear suspension assembly:

1. Apply hand brake and remove rear hub cap.
2. Raise vehicle and support.
3. Remove wheel and position a jack under spring link, Fig. 1.
4. Support spring link with a jack and remove lower end of shock absorber.
5. Position a jackstand of suitable height under rear axle to prevent brake line damage.
6. Lower spring link so that spring can be removed together with upper spring support.
7. Reverse procedure to install.