Rear Spring Bushing Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle with safety stands in order to relieve the tension from the rear springs.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Remove the leaf spring from the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.
5. Remove the bushing from the rear spring as follows:
- Place the rear spring in a press.
- Press out the bushing.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the bushing into the rear spring. Use a press in order to properly position the bushings into the rear spring.
2. Install the leaf spring to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement.
3. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.