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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009RANGER 2D PICKUP, 2.3 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 12 (REAR SUSPENSION)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSPRINGREMOVAL
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, Automatic
Removal And Installation: Spring: Removal
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Removal
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CAUTION:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure correct retention of these parts
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
- Using a suitable jack, support the rear axle.
- Remove and discard the shock absorber lower nut and bolt.
- Remove and discard the 4 U-bolt nuts, the plate and the 2 U-bolts.
- Remove and discard the leaf spring front bracket bolt and flag nut.
- Remove and discard the leaf spring shackle-to-bracket bolt and flag nut, then remove the leaf spring assembly.
- Remove the shackle-to-leaf spring nut, bolt and shackle.
- Discard the bolt and nut.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.