Spring Hanger Replacement (Front Hanger)

Spring Hanger Replacement (Front Hanger)

Removal Procedure





Important: Both the rear and the front rear spring hangers are installed the same way. The front spring hanger requires the removal of the frame rivets.


1. Set the parking brake.
2. Block the front wheels.
3. Raise the frame until the tension is released from the spring and the hanger bolt.
4. Remove the following components from the spring and the hanger:

* The spring eye bolt nut
* The washers
* The bolt

5. Remove the spring hanger rivets, if equipped.




6. Remove the following components from the side member (4):

* The spring hanger nuts (2)
* The washers (3,5)
* The bolts (6)
* The spring hanger (1)

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

1. Install the hanger to the side member with the following parts:

* The bolts (6)
* The washers (3,5)
* The nuts (2)

Tighten the spring hanger nut to 70 Nm (52 lb ft).

2. Raise the spring in order to align the spring eye and spring hanger holes.




3. Install the following components in the spring and the hanger:

* The spring eye bolt
* The washers
* The nut

4. For tapered leaf springs, install the following components:

* The rear spring hanger rebound bolt
* The washer
* The nut

Tighten the rear spring hanger bolt to 415 Nm (305 lb ft).

5. For multileaf springs, install the rear spring hanger bolt.

Tighten the rear spring hanger bolt. Ensure that a minimum of 84.07 mm (3.36 in) is between the ears of the rear spring hanger.

6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Remove the blocks from the wheels.