Regal V6-173 2.8L (1988)
2.
Tire and Wheel assembly, refer to Tires and Wheels (Section 3E).
3.
Scribe strut to knuckle.
4.
Jack pad.
5.
Install J 35778 to rear leaf spring.
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Fully compress rear leaf spring using J 35778, do not remove spring or retention plates.
6.
Auxiliary spring using J 36956, refer to "Auxiliary Spring".
7.
Brake hose bracket at strut.
8.
Strut to body bolts.
9.
Strut/auxiliary spring upper bracket/stabilizer shaft bracket from knuckle.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1.
Strut to body bolts.
Tighten
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Bolts to 46 N-m (34 lb.ft.).
2.
Strut/upper auxiliary spring bracket/stabilizer shaft bracket to knuckle.
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Align scribe marks to ensure proper alignment.
3.
Brake hose bracket.
4.
Auxiliary spring using J 37956, refer to "Auxiliary Spring".
5.
Remove J 35778 from rear leaf spring.
6.
Jack pad.
Tighten
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Bolt to 25 N-m (18 lb.ft.)
7.
Tire and wheel assembly, refer to Tires and Wheels (Section 3E).
8.
Lower vehicle.