Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Place a suitable support under the equalizing beam.
4. Remove the rear spring travel limiting link from the suspension assembly. Refer to Rear Spring Travel Limiting Link Replacement .
5. Remove the lower shock mounts from the equalizing beam. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .

1

Rear Lower Bolster Spring Nut (Qty: 8)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tip
Loosen the lower bolster nuts.

Tighten
129 N·m (95 lb ft)

2

Rear Upper Bolster Spring Nut (Qty: 8)

Tip
Remove the all of the upper bolster spring nuts so the equalizing beam can be separated from the spring bracket.

Tighten
129 N·m (95 lb ft)

3

Spring Saddle to Outer Frame Bracket Nut (Qty: 8)

Tip
Remove the nuts from the spring saddle bolts.

4

Spring Saddle to Outer Frame Bolts (Qty: 8)

Tip
Remove the bolts from the bracket and saddle.

5

Spring Saddle (Spring Bracket)

Tip
Lower the equalizing beam to provide clearance for removal of the spring saddle.