FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Front Coil Spring Replace


1. Remove strut damper assembly as outlined under "Strut Damper Assembly, Replace."
2. Using spring compression tool No. C-4838, or equivalent, compress coil spring.




3. Remove mount assembly.
4. Remove coil spring from strut damper.
5. Inspect mount assembly for deterioration of rubber isolator, retainers for cracks and distortion and bearings for binding.
6. Install bumper dust shield assembly.
7. Install spring and seat, upper spring retainer, bearing and spacer, mount assembly, rebound bumper and retainer and rod nut. Position spring upper retainer tab or notch correctly with respect to bottom bracket.
8. Tighten strut rod nut to specifications. Do not release spring compression before tightening nut.
9. Remove special tools.