RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L Prop VIN 2 (2000)
INSTALLATION
1. Tape the isolator pad to the top of the coil spring. Position the spring in the lower suspension arm well. Be sure that the coil spring is seated in the
well. The flat or closed end of the coil spring is the top. The ramped or open end of the coil spring is the bottom.
2. Install Spring Compressor DD-1278 up through the lower suspension arm, coil spring and shock hole in the frame.
3. Tighten the tool nut to compress the coil spring.
4. Position the lower ball joint in the steering knuckle.
5. Install the retaining nut on the lower ball joint and tighten to:
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LD 11/16 bolt: 183 Nm (135 ft. lbs.).
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HD 3/4 bolt: 237 Nm (175 ft. lbs.).
6. Install new cotter pins.
7. Install the strut bar.
8. Remove the spring compressor tool.
9. Install the stabilizer bar.
10. Install the shock absorber.
11. Install disc brake caliper.
12. Install wheel and tire assembly and lower the vehicle.
