RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Spring Tip Inserts
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove both rear tire and wheel assemblies
3. Position a large C-Clamp adjacent to the spring clinch clip and clamp the leaves of the spring together
CAUTION: When working on the front leaf spring clinch clamps finish the front before starting on the rear to prevent personal injury.
Fig. 5
4. Use an appropriate pry bar to bend open the spring clinch clip. If necessary, remove the existing spring clinch clip isolators.
Fig. 6
5. Use the pry bar to spread apart the leaf. The clearance between the leaves should be enough to remove the old liner (if necessary) and install the
replacement liner.