Removal And Installation: Installation
- Verify that the upper and lower spring isolators are seated properly.NOTE:
Rotation of the spring and prying down slightly on the axle will aid in installation.
- Position the coil spring on the axle pad such that the spring end is resting against the isolator's spring stop.NOTE:
It may be necessary to rotate the spring while installing.
- Raise the axle into position until the spring seats in the upper mount.NOTE:
Observe spring as the axle is raised into position. The spring may catch the edge of isolator if it is not properly seated.
- Install the shock at the axle. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER, SUSPENSION, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the jack from under the axle.
- Connect both the left and right stabilizer bar links to the axle. Refer to LINK, STABILIZER BAR, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Engage the brake hose bracket to the frame then install the front brake hose bracket bolt and tighten to the proper specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.