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Spring Link

REMOVAL 

NOTE:

The air suspension system can be disabled and enabled by using the Display Screen Module (DSM) in the vehicle under Tire Jack Mode, which is the preferred method. If the disable level control routine in the diagnostic scan tool is used, it will only disable the level control (automatic and manual) for that ignition cycle. The air suspension system can also be enabled by driving the vehicle above 19 km/h (12 mph). The air suspension must be disabled prior to lifting the vehicle or performing any work.

  1. If equipped with air suspension, disable the air suspension system.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
    GC0201039Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
    1 - Spring Link Bolt
    2 - Clevis Lower Bolt
    3 - Spring Link Ball Joint Nut
  4. Hold the stud, then remove and DISCARD  the spring link ball joint nut.
    CAUTION:

    DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis lower nut. The clevis lower nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.

  5. Hold the clevis lower nut and remove the clevis lower bolt.
  6. Mark the relation of the adjustment eccentric and the subframe, if equipped.
  7. Remove the spring link bolt.
  8. Remove the spring link.

INSTALLATION 

Follow the removal procedure in reverse for general reassembly of the components on the vehicle. The steps listed below are calling out specific procedures that should be followed during installation.

During installation torque the following fasteners to specification:

Spring Link Bolt 180 N. m (133 Ft. Lbs.)  Fastener must be torqued with the vehicle at normal ride height.
Clevis Lower Bolt 308 N. m (227 Ft. Lbs.)  Fastener must be torqued with the vehicle at normal ride height.
Spring Link Ball Joint Nut 70 + 85° N. m (52 + 85° Ft. Lbs.)  Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a new fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications.
NOTE:

In any instance where a bolt is through a rubber bushing, the bolt must be torqued with the vehicle at normal ride height.

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