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Installation Procedure

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  1. Apply rubber lubricant to the bushing (1) and spring eye (2).
    Fig 1: Apply Rubber Lubricant To The Bushing And Spring Eye
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  2. Install the bushing to the leaf spring.
    1. Place the leaf spring in a press.
    2. Press the bushing into the spring.
  3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement .
  4. Remove the safety stands.
  5. Lower the vehicle.