Springs

GENERAL INFORMATION.

Warning.

Do not use a two-post lift when replacing the rear suspension springs. When removing rear suspension components, the vehicle may become unstable and could fall from the lift. If a four-post lift is not available, perform the work directly on the floor to avoid injury.

Remove or disconnect:

PROCEDURE.

1. Raise the vehicle and secure it properly. If possible,

lift pads should rest on the vehicle body. Position support stands under the rear suspension arms. When using a two-post lift, rest the pads on the body and position support stands under the suspension arms.

2. Brake line brackets on the underbody, left and right. The brake lines must hang freely.

3. Remove the nut and disconnect the parking brake cable from the equalizer.

4. Disconnect the brake hoses and plug or cap them to prevent dirt from entering.

5. Remove the left and right shock absorber mounting bolts 8.

Warning.

Do not remove the shock absorber mounts without first disconnecting the brake hoses. Otherwise the brake hoses may be damaged.

6. Lower crossmember 26 and remove one or both springs 28 and/or

upper rubber ring

29..

Installation

Before installing the spring, first install the upper rubber ring in its seat using adhesive.

body upper rubber ring

29. The ring must remain in place when raising crossmember 26 with springs 28 into the installed position.

PROCEDURE.

1. Install upper rubber ring 29, lower bumper 27 and spring 28, then raise crossmember 26.

2. Install the lower eyes of shock absorbers 7 to the arm brackets. Tighten bolts 8

to 70 N·m. Before tightening bolts 8, raise the rear suspension crossmember to the position corresponding to static suspension travel.

3. Install the brake lines to the underbody brackets.

4. Connect the brake hoses and bleed air from the rear wheel brake system.

5. Install the parking brake cable and adjust the parking brake.

6. Remove the support stands and lower the vehicle.