how to change Rear springs

1997 FORD FAIRMONT
300,000 MILES
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JORDAZBRO
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Ok il wondering what i have to do and take off to take the rear springs out, do you just undo the shock and pull the diff down ,

or what do i have to do , i did the front ok.

but wondering how the back works
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Mar 8, 2012 at 8:42 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Yes, if you take the shocks off, you should be able to remove the spring.
Mar 8, 2012 at 1:55 PM
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JORDAZBRO
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So only the shock . Don't have to unbolt nothing else ?
Mar 8, 2012 at 10:01 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Not necessary, but you might need to pry the axle assy lower for the springs to come out. Before unloosensing, ensure the axle is supported so that tyhere are no stress on the shocks and its holding bolts.
Mar 9, 2012 at 12:22 PM