Shackle: Service and Repair

Rear Spring Shackle Replacement (2500)

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 (1500/2500) Leaf Spring Replacement (1500/2500).
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 and tighten to 95 Nm (70 lb ft).
3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement (1500/2500) Leaf Spring Replacement (1500/2500).
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.