Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly

Shock absorber and spring assembly
The shock absorber and spring is a coaxial assembly, installed between the lower wishbone and vehicle body. The top spring mounting is attached to the vehicle's inner fender and the shock absorber is attached to a bracket on the lower wishbone. The spring is compressed between the upper mounting and the lower spring pan which is held in position by a circlip attached to the shock absorber.
Springs come in various ratings depending on the vehicle's suspension specification The suspension specification also determines the number of packers fitted between the lower spring pan and the spring.
Shock absorbers and CATS (adaptive damping).

Enhanced Handling Pack
An optional enhanced handling pack, which can be either factory or dealer installed, is available for XK coupe vehicles fitted with adaptive damping only. The handling packs consist of special: Coil springs. Shock absorbers. Adaptive Damping Control Module (ADCM) Increased diameter, front stabilizer bar. Reduced diameter, rear stabilizer bar. Steering rack. Power steering control module.
Raise front of vehicle and support on stands.

CAUTION: Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These devices restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used.

Open engine compartment and fit paintwork protection covers to fenders.