RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2005)
5. Install the spring clamp bolts (5), plate (2) and the retaining nuts (3).
6. Remove the holding fixture for the rear axle.
7. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle so that the weight is being supported by the tires.
8. Tighten the spring clamp retaining nuts (3) to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).
9. Tighten the spring front and rear pivot bolt nuts to 163 Nm (120 ft. lbs.) (LD) or 230 Nm (170 ft. lbs.) (HD)
Spring Tip Inserts
SPRING TIP INSERTS
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove both rear tire and wheel assemblies.
3. Position a large C-Clamp (3) adjacent to the spring clinch clip (1) 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.
4. Use an appropriate pry bar (2) to bend open the spring clinch clip (1). If necessary, remove the existing spring clinch clip isolators.