Before VIN 343314

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION





1. Disconnect shock absorber lower end, and remove U-bolts.





2. Disconnect spring shackle.





3. Disconnect front pin.

INSPECTION





^ Check leaf spring for cracks. Replace if necessary.
^ Check front bracket and pin, shackle, U-bolts and spring pad for wear, cracks, straightness and damaged threads. Replace if necessary.
^ Check all bushings for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
(4WD models: Rear spring front bushing)
Make sure that front bushing is properly installed.

INSTALLATION
1. Apply soapsuds to rubber bushing.
2. Install spring shackle and front pin, and finger tighten the nuts.
3. Install spring pad and nuts under leaf spring or axle case.





4. Tighten U-bolt mounting nuts diagonally.
Tighten U-bolts so that the lengths of all U-bolts under spring pad are the same.
5. Install shock absorber, and finger tighten the nuts.





6. Remove stands and bounce the vehicle to stabilize suspension. (Unladen)





7. Tighten spring shackle nuts, front pin nuts and shock absorber nuts.
When installing rubber parts, final tightening must be carried out under unladen condition* with tires on the ground.
Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.