Spring

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: Ensure 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: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.
1 Raise and support the vehicle.
2 Remove the road wheel.
For additional information, refer to Wheel and Tire Service and Repair
3 Remove the spring and damper assembly.
For additional information, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Shock Absorber And Spring Assembly
4 Install the spring compressor in a vise.
5 Install the shock absorber and spring assembly in the spring compressor.





WARNING: Make sure that a new nut is installed.




6 Remove old spring from the spring compressor.

Installation
1 Install the new spring to the compressor and compress sufficiently.





WARNING: Make sure that a new nut is installed.

WARNING: It is imperative that the timing marks are aligned as shown in illustration.

Torque to: 80 Nm
2 Release the tension from the spring and damper assembly and remove from the special tool.
3 Remove the spring compressor from a vise.
4 Install the spring and damper assembly.
For additional information, refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Shock Absorber And Spring Assembly
5 Install the road wheel.
For additional information, refer to Wheel and Tire Service and Repair