FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal and Installation





1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

Turn the air suspension service switch off.





2. WARNING: Do not remove the center nut. This nut holds the upper spring mount in place and if this nut is removed the spring tension will be released. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Remove and discard the nuts.
3. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.





4. Remove the bolts and position the caliper, pads and anchor plate aside.





5. Remove the brake disc.





6. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the nut.





7. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove the nuts and the stabilizer bar link.
^ Discard the nuts.





8. Detach the retainer.





9. NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove and discard the nut.





10. Remove the nut and flag bolt.
^ Discard the null





11. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly
12. To install, reverse the removal procedure