Coil Spring: Installation
- Position spring insulator onto top of spring. Position spring into lower control arm spring pocket. Ensure spring end is positioned between 2 holes in lower arm spring pocket. See Fig 1.
- Position spring into upper spring seat in crossmember. Install NEW control arm pivot bolts and nuts finger tight. DO NOT tighten bolts and nuts at this time. Remove spring compressor.
- Using a jack, raise control arm until shock absorber is compressed to previously established alignment mark (normal riding height). Tighten control arm pivot bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove jack. Install tie rod end into spindle and install NEW cotter pin. Install brake caliper and wheel. Lower vehicle, check wheel alignment. See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
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