Roadmaster Estate Wagon V8-350 5.7L VIN P SFI (1996)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear Coil Spring
Fig. 3 Coil Spring Installation
If more than one coil spring is being replaced, remove and install one spring at a time to prevent axle assembly from slipping or twisting out of
position.
1. Support vehicle at frame and rear axle.
2. On models equipped with anti-lock brake systems, remove rear axle speed sensor as follows:
a. Disconnect speed sensor electrical harness.
b. Remove speed sensor harness bracket attaching bolt.
c. Remove speed sensor to rear axle attaching bolt, then remove speed sensor and bracket assembly and position aside.
3. On all models, disconnect shock absorbers at lower mountings.
4. Disconnect upper control arms from axle housing.
5. Disconnect stabilizer bar from either right or lefthand side of control arm, if equipped.
6. On models equipped with electronic suspension, disconnect height sensor arm link.
7. On all models, remove brake hose support bolt and support without disconnecting brake lines.
8. Lower axle until spring can be removed, then remove spring and insulator.
9. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Springs must be installed with an insulator between upper seat and spring and positioned properly, Fig. 3
b. Install anti-lock brake wheel speed sensors by hand. Do not hammer sensors into position, as damage may result.