LEAF SPRING
1. Leaf spring
2. Bump stopper
3. Bump stopper bracket
4. Rear axle
5. Rear axle spring seat
6. U-bolt
7. Shackle pin
: Tightening Torque
REMOVAL
1) Raise vehicle. In this operation, garage jack or hoist must not
be positioned against rear suspension related parts. When ga-
rage jack is used, place safety stands under body to support
raised body. Or, where possible, raise vehicle body with body
contact type hoist until tires are off the floor.
NOTE:
Don’t let rear axle hang on brake hose. If it occurs, hose
may be damaged. To prevent it, always hold rear axle of
raised vehicle with safety stands.
2) Remove rear wheel.
3) Remove U-bolt nuts.
4) Remove shackle nuts and leaf spring front nut.
5) Pull out leaf spring front bolt and remove leaf spring from
shackle pin.
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REAR SUSPENSION