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Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber > < Stabilizer Link|Service and Repair
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Shackle: Service and Repair

Spring Shackle Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle   .

2. Remove the leaf spring assembly from vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement  (See: Service and Repair/Rear Suspension Leaf Spring) .
3. Remove the shackle nut and the bolt from the spring.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the shackle to the spring.

Notice:  Refer to Fastener Notice   .

2. Install the shackle nut and bolt to the spring.

Tighten the shackle nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement  (See: Service and Repair/Rear Suspension Leaf Spring) . 
4. Remove the safety stands.
5. Lower the vehicle.

Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber > < Stabilizer Link|Service and Repair