Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (REAR SUSPENSION)
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TYPICAL
5. Install a
NEW
bushing as the reverse of re-
moval.
6. Install shock absorber on vehicle.
SPRINGS
Spring Removal
1. Remove shock absorber from vehicle. Refer to
SHOCK ABSORBERS
in this subsection.
2. Place the
SPRING COMPRESSOR (P/N 529 036
184)
in a vise.
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3. Position the shock absorber in the tool.
4. Install the spring compressor pins.
5. Tighten spring remover screw until the spring is
sufficiently compressed to remove spring cap.
6. Remove spring cap from shock absorber.
7. Release spring remover screw.
8. Remove spring from shock absorber.
Spring Inspection
Inspect the spring for damage.
Replace if necessary.
Spring Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure. However, pay attention to the following.
On applicable models, install spring cap opening
at 180° from spring stopper opening.
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CAP OPENING AT 180°
SWAY BAR
Sway Bar Removal
1. Safely lift and support the vehicle off the
ground.
2. Remove rear wheels, refer to
WHEELS AND
TIRES
subsection.
3. Refer to
EXHAUST SYSTEM
and remove:
– Muffler
– Exhaust pipe.
4. Remove the following inner heat shield.
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SOME PARTS REMOVED FOR CLARITY
5. Remove fasteners and sway bar bushing hold-
ers.
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