Removal and Installation: Spring: Removal

CAUTION: Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These devices restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used. See GENERAL INFORMATION for further information.

Raise front of vehicle to provide access for Special Tool 204-111.
Remove appropriate road wheel.
Install Special Tool 204-111 in road spring.
- Slacken tool adjuster to suit spring length.
- Install adaptor and thrust collar.
- Position stem of tool in center of spring passing dowel through slot in suspension turret.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Special Tool 204- 111 In Road Spring
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Rotate stem of Special Tool 204-111 to position dowel across slot.

Fig 2: Rotating Stem Of Special Tool 204-111 To Position Dowel Across Slot
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WARNING: WHEN TURNING TOOL ADJUSTER, ENSURE THAT TOOL STEM DOES NOT ROTATE AND DISTURB POSITION OF DOWEL IN SUSPENSION TURRET.

Fig 3: Rotating Adjuster Of Special Tool To Tension Spring

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Rotate adjuster of Special Tool to tension spring.
Remove spring pan to lower wishbone securing bolts.

Fig 4: Removing Spring Pan To Lower Wishbone Securing Bolts
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WARNING: WHEN TURNING TOOL ADJUSTER, ENSURE THAT TOOL STEM DOES NOT ROTATE AND DISTURB POSITION OF DOWEL IN SUSPENSION TURRET.

Fig 5: Rotating Adjuster Of Special Tool To Release Tension From Spring

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Rotate adjuster of Special Tool to release tension from spring.
Remove spring assembly and Special Tool from suspension turret.
Remove Special Tool from spring assembly.