Shackle: Service and Repair

Spring Shackle Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the leaf spring assembly from vehicle.





3. Remove the shackle nut and the bolt from the spring.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the shackle to the spring.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the shackle nut and bolt to the spring.
Tighten the shackle nut to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle.
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.