RAM 3500 HD Truck 2WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo VIN A (2007)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear-Leaf Spring Bushings
Removal
REMOVAL
NOTE: When removing the LD front eye bushing be sure to note the orientation of the "voids" or holes. The voids need to be in line with the
main leaf when installing the new bushing or vehicle ride will degrade.
1. Remove the spring from the vehicle.
2. Make small relief cuts in the flared up end of the bushing metal being careful not to cut the spring. Use a punch to bend the flared bushing metal
down for push out.
3. Position the spring eye in a press.
4. Press the bushing out with an appropriate size driver.
Installation
INSTALLATION
NOTE: When installing the LD front eye bushing be sure to note the orientation of the "voids" or holes. The voids need to be in line with the
main leaf when installing the new bushing or vehicle ride will degrade.
1. Press new bushing into the spring eye with an appropriate size driver. The bushing should be centered in the spring eye.
2. Stake the outermetal of the bushing in a minimum of six points to retain the bushing.
3. Install the spring on the vehicle.
