Dakota 4WD V8-4.7L (2009)
4. Align spring shackle eye with the bolt hole in the rear frame bracket (4). Install the bolt (3) and nut and tighten the spring shackle eye nut
finger-tight.
5. Install the U-bolts (1), spring plate (4) and nuts (2).
6. Tighten the U-bolt nuts (2) to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the wheel and tire assemblies. See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
8. Remove the support stands from under the frame rails. Lower the vehicle until the springs are supporting the weight of the vehicle.
9. Tighten the front spring eye bolt (1) and flagnut to 170 Nm (125 ft. lbs.).
