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Installation Procedure

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  1. Apply rubber lubricant to the bushing (1) and spring eye (2).
  2. Install the bushing to the leaf spring.
    1. 2.1. Place the leaf spring in a press.
    2. 2.2. Press the bushing into the spring.
  3. Fig 1: Installing Bushing To Leaf Spring
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  4. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement .
  5. Remove the safety stands.
  6. Lower the vehicle.