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Spring Front Hanger Bracket: Removal

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NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.
  1. Restore the vehicle to manufacturer's dimensions. Refer to: Body And Frame .
  2. Remove the following items:

    1. Remove the rear leaf spring assembly. Refer to: Spring .
    2. Unbolt the body mount bolts and raise or remove the body if required. Refer to: Frame and Body Mounting .

  3. Anchor the vehicle to a frame rack following the equipment manufacturer's instructions.
  4. NOTE: Be careful not to cut into the frame cross member, it will be reused.
    NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar

    Grind the welds holding the spring front hanger bracket to the frame and remove the spring front hanger bracket. Use the General Equipment: Grinder

    GFD676154Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar

    Clean the areas of the frame where the welds were ground.

GFD676155Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY