Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2005)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
SPRING
REMOVAL
CAUTION: The rear of the vehicle must be lifted only with a jack or hoist. The lift must be placed under the frame rail crossmember located aft of
the rear axle. Use care to avoid bending the side rail flange.
1. Raise the vehicle at the frame.
2. Use a hydraulic jack to relieve the axle weight.
3. Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
4. Remove the nuts (2), the U-bolts (1) and spring plate (4) from the axle.
5. Loosen and remove the bolt (1) and then remove the flag nut through the access hole (3) in the bracket from the spring front eye (2).