RAM 2500 Truck V8-57L Suspension Spring Service and Repair
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5. Place one spring clinch clip isolator onto the outboard side of the spring clinch clip and one isolator on the inboard side of the spring clinch clip.
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6. Using large adjustable pliers, close the spring clinch clip until the isolator contacts the leaf spring.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE A HAMMER TO CLOSE THE SPRING CLINCH CLIP. DAMAGE TO THE ISOLATOR MAY RESULT.
7. Use an appropriate pry bar to bend open the spring clinch clip. If necessary, remove the existing spring clinch clip isolators.
8. Repeat procedure for the other side of the vehicle.
9. Install the tire wheel assemblies.
10. Lower the vehicle.