GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2004 🢒 Escalade ESV 🢒 Suspension 🢒 Rear Suspension 🢒 Spring Shackle Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    2. Object Number: 361791 Size: SH
  2. Remove the leaf spring assembly from vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement .
  3. Remove the shackle nut and the bolt from the spring.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 361791 Size: SH
  1. Install the shackle to the spring.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the shackle nut and bolt to the spring.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the shackle nut to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).

  3. Install the leaf spring assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Leaf Spring Replacement .
  4. Remove the safety stands.
  5. Lower the vehicle.