Hombre S Space Cab 2WD V6-4.3L (2000)
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The washers
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The frame to spring shackle bolt
6. Remove the following parts:
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The spring shackle to leaf spring nut
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The washers
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The spring shackle to leaf spring bolt
7. Remove the spring shackle from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the spring shackle to the vehicle.
Important: Do not tighten the nut.
2. Install the following parts:
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The spring shackle to the leaf spring bolt
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The washers
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The spring shackle to the leaf spring nut
Important: Do not tighten the nut.
3. Install the following parts:
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The frame to the spring shackle bolt
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The washers
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The frame to the spring shackle nut
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Support the axle so that there is a distance of 164 mm to 176 mm (6.46 inch to 6.94 inch) between the axle tube and the metal surface of the
bumper bracket (1).
Tighten
Tighten the spring shackle nuts to 122 Nm (89 ft. lbs.).
5. Raise exhaust system and connect rear exhaust hangers, if necessary.
6. Install the spare tire.
7. Remove rear axle support.
