OEM GMC Safari Leaf Spring Shackle

GMC Safari Leaf Spring Shackle Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Shackle, Rear
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  Q: How to replace the Leaf Spring Shackle on GMC Safari?

  A: Before starting the replacement of the spring shackle you must first raise and support the vehicle and securely set the rear axle. Start the procedure by loosening the Leaf Spring to spring shackle mounting bolt (N/A) together with the nut (N/A), next go ahead and remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt (N/A) and nut (N/A), keep the axle supported so the brake hose remains off the surface to stop damage. Start with lowering the rear axle and complete removal of the spring shackle mounting nut (N/A) before proceeding to the spring shackle mounting bolt (N/A) as well as the spring shackle itself. The installation process starts with spring shackle mounting to the frame after which follows spring shackle mounting bolt (N/A) and spring shackle mounting nut (N/A). Tighten both components to 140 nm (103 ft. Lbs.). After lifting the rear axle position the lower shock absorber mounting bolt (N/A) and nut (N/A) by tightening the nut to 107 nm (79 ft. Lbs.). Fasten the Leaf Spring to spring shackle mounting bolt (N/A) and nut (N/A) while torquing the nut to 100 nm (74 ft.-lbs.). The last step involves the removal of rear axle support before lowering the vehicle.