Rear Suspension: Spring(S): Removal
NOTE:
Removal process is the same for both sides of the vehicle.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
- Remove rear crossmember assembly. Refer to CROSSMEMBER, REAR, REMOVAL .
- Slowly lower jack until crossmember is low enough to remove coil spring. Do not lower jack any further than necessary to remove spring.
- Remove coil spring (2) and isolators.