Dodge Durango

 Service Manual

Suspension » Front suspension - 4x4 » Removal and installation
Torsion bar

CAUTION: The left and right side torsion bars are NOT interchangeable. The bars are identified and stamped R or L, for right or left. The bars do not have a front or rear end and can be installed with either end facing forward.

REMOVAL

(1) Raise and support the vehicle with the front suspension hanging.

(2) Turn the adjustment bolt counterclockwise to release spring load (Fig. 5).

NOTE: Count and record the number of turns for installation reference.

3) Remove the adjustment bolt from swivel.

(4) Remove torsion bar and anchor. Remove anchor from torsion bar.

(5) Remove all foreign material from torsion bar mounting in anchor and suspension arm.

(6) Inspect adjustment bolt, bearing and swivel for damage.

INSTALLATION

(1) Insert torsion bar ends into anchor and suspension arm.

(2) Position anchor and bearing in frame crossmember.

Install adjustment bolt through bearing, anchor and into the swivel.

(3) Turn adjustment bolt clockwise the recorded amount of turns.

(4) Lower vehicle and adjust the front suspension height. Refer to Suspension Height service procedure.

Shock absorber

Torsion bar

Steering knuckle

Lower suspension arm

Upper suspension arm

Stabilizer bar

Hub/bearing

Wheel mounting studs