Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair

Upper Mount To Spring Alignment Mark Placement:

NOTE: The upper shock mount cannot be rotated when the shock and spring are assembled. Mark position of upper mount to coil spring with chalk, paint or grease pencil, prior to disassembly. If upper mount is not properly positioned during assembly it will not install in vehicle. If installing new coil spring or upper mount transfer reference marks from removed parts to new parts.

Strut & Coil Spring Replacement:

1. Remove coil spring and shock strut assembly from vehicle.
2. Position shock assembly in Spring Compressor 086-00029 or equivalent.
3. Compress spring and remove upper mount.
4. Release spring compressor to remove coil spring.
5. Position shock and coil assembly in Spring Compressor 086-00029 or equivalent and compress spring to install upper mount.
6. Install upper mount aligning reference marks.
7. Install nut.
8. Release spring compressor, ensuring coil spring is properly seated.
9. Install coil spring and shock strut assembly.