Spring [Vehicles With: Dynamic Suspension]

Spring
This is a "Trustmark Authoring Standards (TAS) Repair Procedure"
- TAS style procedures can be identified by steps that have no accompanying step text and the magenta color of the electrical connectors and fasteners such as nuts, bolts, clamps or clips.
- TAS removal and installation procedures use a sequence of color illustrations to indicate the order to be followed when removing/disassembling or installing/assembling a component.
- Many of the TAS procedures will have the installation information within the removal steps.
- The TAS color illustrations use a variety of symbols to indicate important details of the procedures. It is important to understand these symbols in order to properly used the TAS procedures.
Refer to How to Use TAS Procedures and TAS Symbol Glossary at Vehicle | Description and Operation for additional information on these TAS procedures.
For additional information, refer to How to Use TAS Procedures How to Use TAS Procedures

Removal

WARNING: Make sure the spring compressor Safe Working Load (SWL) meets or exceeds the spring rating quoted in the Specifications section.

WARNING: Always follow the spring compressor manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING: The spring is under extreme tension, care must be taken at all times. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
1 Raise and support the vehicle.
For additional information, refer to Front Shock Absorber - Vehicles With: Dynamic Suspension Front Shock Absorber [Vehicles With: Dynamic Suspension]








2 Inspect the component and install a new one if damaged.

Installation
1 Make sure the correct vehicle suspension components are installed.
For additional information, refer to Specifications Suspension System Specifications





CAUTION: Make sure that the spring is installed to the damper assembly with the paint marks (located on the spring) at the top.
For additional information, refer to Front Shock Absorber - Vehicles With: Dynamic Suspension Front Shock Absorber [Vehicles With: Dynamic Suspension]
2 Check the suspension system ride height.