Rear Spring Shackle Replacement (1500 Series)

Rear Spring Shackle Replacement (1500 Series)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




2. Remove the leaf spring assembly from vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement (2500, 3500) (Leaf Spring Replacement (2500, 3500))Leaf Spring Replacement (1500) (Leaf Spring Replacement (1500)).
3. Remove the shackle nut and the bolt from the spring.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the shackle to the spring.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the shackle nut and bolt to the spring.

Tighten the shackle nuts to 95 Nm (70 lb ft).

3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement (2500, 3500) (Leaf Spring Replacement (2500, 3500))Leaf Spring Replacement (1500) (Leaf Spring Replacement (1500)).
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.