RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 7 (2001)
11.
Using the alignment mark to orient the spring, place the auxiliary spring on top of the main spring assembly (Figure 5).
CAUTION:
Verify that the auxiliary spring is not installed backwards.
12.
Install the new spring seat on top of the auxiliary spring (Figure 5).
13.
Install the spring clamp bolts (Figure 6).
14.
Install the spring plate (Figure 5).
15.
Hand-start the nuts onto the spring clamp bolts.
16.
While holding the spring clamp bolt and spring plate in position, snug the spring clamp bolt nuts evenly, making sure the remaining threads under
the nuts have the same amount of exposed threads.
17.
With the spring clamp bolt nuts snugged evenly, tighten the spring clamp bolt nuts to 110 ft. lbs. (150 Nm).
18.
Remove the jackstand.
19.
Repeat steps 2 through 18 on the other side of the vehicle.
20.
Install both wheel and tire assemblies.
21.
Tighten the wheel lug nuts to:
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Single Rear Wheels - 135 ft. lbs. (180 Nm).
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Dual Rear Wheels - 145 ft. lbs. (195 Nm).
22.
Lower the vehicle from the hoist.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall
service completions and provide dealer payments.
