Rear Spring Bushing Replacement

Spring Bushing Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Remove the leaf spring from the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.
2. Remove the bushing from the spring assembly.
Press the spring bushing from the spring in an arbor press.
3. Clean the spring eye of any remaining parts of the bushing.
4. Remove any burrs from the spring eye that could cause the new bushing to bind when the bushing is installed.

Installation Procedure





1. Apply rubber lubricant to the bushing (1). Apply lubricant to the spring eye (2).





2. Install the bushing to the spring assembly. Press the bushing into the spring using an arbor press.
3. Install the leaf spring to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.