Front Coil Spring Replace

Fig. 6 Strut damper mount assembly:

1. Remove strut damper assembly as previously outlined.
2. Compress coil spring using suitable tool.
3. Remove strut rod nut while holding strut rod to prevent rotation.
4. Remove the mount assembly.
5. Remove coil spring from strut damper.
6. Inspect mount assembly for deterioration of rubber isolator, retainers for cracks and distortion, and bearings for blinding.
7. Install dust shield, jounce bumper, spacer and seat to top of spring. Mount assembly to rod, then install retainer and rod nut.
8. Position spring retainer alignment notch parallel to damper lower attaching bracket.
9. Torque strut rod nut to 60 ft. lbs., using suitable tool, then release spring compressor.
10. With weight of vehicle off front wheels, turn both strut rod and strut rod nut in same direction until upper spring seat is properly positioned, then recheck torque of strut rod nut.