Removal And Installation: Spring: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorber or strut tube. The shock absorber and strut tube are gas pressurized and could explode if heated. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Keep all body parts clear of shock absorbers or strut rods. Shock absorbers or struts can extend unassisted. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
Support the rear axle assembly. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands

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1. Remove and discard the rear shock absorber lower nut and bolt.
1. Remove and discard the U-bolt nuts.
2. Remove and discard the U-bolts.
3. Remove the spring clamp.
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Remove and discard the spring-to-frame nut and bolt.

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NOTE: Only lower the axle enough to gain access to remove the spring.
1. Remove and discard the spring shackle-to-frame nuts.
2. NOTE: Note the position of the component before removal.
  
  Remove the shackle plate.
3. Remove and discard the shackle assembly bolt.
4. Lower the axle and Remove the spring assembly. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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NOTE: A spring spacer is located on the LH side only.

Remove the LH side spring spacer.

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NOTE: Tighten the fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

NOTE: Note the position of the component before removal.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

If necessary. Check and replace the spring assembly bushings. Use the General Equipment: ViseUse the General Equipment: Hydraulic Press

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