Rear Suspension: Spring: Installation

Fig 1: Locating Mounting Flange/Frame

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Install the spring into the spring pocket.
Swing the lower control arm (2) up and install the bolt attaching the control arm to the frame (1).

Fig 2: Locating Rear Spring
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Carefully release the spring (1) insuring the spring properly aligns with the spring perch detents.

Fig 3: Locating Rear Shock Absorber
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Install the lower shock mount (1) to the lower control arm. Tighten to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).

Fig 4: Locating Cover Bolts
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Install the control arm cover and bolts (1).
Install the wheel and tire assembly. (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Check vehicle alignment. (Refer to SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .