Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Rear Suspension Coil Spring(s) - Removal






REMOVAL






NOTE: Before proceeding, Rear Suspension Warnings And Cautions .

1. Raise and support the vehicle Maintenance.
2. On both sides of the vehicle, remove the wheel mounting bolts (1), then the rear tire and wheel assembly.





3. Position a transmission jack or equivalent under the center of the axle, raising it enough to support the axle.
4. On each side, remove the lower mounting bolt (4) securing the shock absorber to the axle.
5. Lower the transmission jack until the coil springs (1) can be removed from the axle.
6. Remove the coil springs (1) and rubber isolators.