Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.0L VIN 3 (1999)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Leaf Spring Replacement
Removal
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on frame contact hoist to a comfortable working position.
2. Support axle with a jack stand. Pad should just contact axle.
Rear Shock Mounting Bolt
3. Begin removal of the shock absorber lower mounting bolt.
NOTE: If shock absorber bolt deflects upward during removal, raise axle by adjusting support jack. If shock absorber bolt deflects downward during
removal, lower axle by adjusting support jack (or by pulling on axle).
4. Using 2 jack stands positioned under the outer ends of the axle, raise the axle enough to remove the weight of the axle from the rear springs.
Axle Plate Bolts
5. Loosen and remove the axle plate bolts from the rear axle.