Rear

Fig. 1 Rear Suspension (Part 1 Of 2). 2WD Models:

Fig. 1 Rear Suspension (Part 2 Of 2). 2WD Models:

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove upper and lower strut attaching nuts and/or bolts Figs. 1 through 3 then the strut assembly.

Fig. 2 Rear Suspension (Part 1 Of 2). 4WD Models:

Fig. 2 Rear Suspension (Part 2 Of 2). 4WD Models:

Fig. 3 Rear Suspension.:

3. Set strut assembly in vise then loosen piston rod locknut. Loosen no not remove.
4. Compress coil spring using a suitable coil spring compression tool.
5. Remove piston rod locknut.
6. Remove spring components from strut.
7. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:

Fig. 6 Spring Installation Direction. 1987-90 Models:

Fig. 7 Spring Installation Direction. 1991-92 Models:

Fig. 8 Installing Coil Spring. 1987-90 Models:

a. Install coil spring in correct direction, Figs. 6 and 7.
b. Position coil spring in lower spring seat as shown, Figs. 7 and 8.

Fig. 9 Upper Spring Seat Installation Direction. 1987-90 2WD Models:

Fig. 10 Upper Spring Seat Installation Direction. 1987-90 4WD Models:

Fig. 11 Upper Spring Seat Installation Direction. 1991-92 Models:

c. Install upper spring seat as shown, Figs. 9 through 11.