Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Leaf Spring
Spring Assembly
Leaf Spring Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Support the rear axle in order to relieve the tension on the leaf springs.
3. Remove the shock absorber.
4. Remove the following parts:
The U-bolt nuts
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The washers
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The anchor plate
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The U-bolts
5. Remove the spare tire.
6. Disconnect rear exhaust hangers and lower exhaust system, if necessary.
7. Remove the following parts:
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The spring shackle to frame bolt
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The washers
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The spring shackle to frame nut
8. Remove the fuel tank.