Figure 11.31. Typical rear spring components (Section 21): 1 - Buffer; 2 - Saddle; 3 - Spring plate; 4 - Bushing; 5 - Plate; 6 - Spring; 7 - Shock absorber; 8 - Bridge casing; 9 - U-bolt; 10 - Final link; 11 - Stabilizer; 12 - Clamp.
1. Raise the rear of the car slightly and support it on the chassis stands.
2 Place a jack under the rear axle beam near the end from which the spring is removed.
3. Loosen and remove the spring eye bolts.
4. Loosen and remove the U-bolt nuts and remove the spring plate.
5. Remove the spring.
6. Installation is carried out by performing the above steps in reverse order, raising or lowering the bridge with a jack to align the holes in the eyes for the bolts with the holes in the front brackets of the side parts of the body.
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