Suspension System: Front: Spring: Installation

Fig 1: Spring Compressor

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - SPRING COMPRESSOR

2 - SPRING

1. Install the shock to the spring (2) and spring compressor (1), After the transfer of the necessary parts to the type of repair being done (Insulator, Spring, shock and mount).
2. Install the shock mounting nut. Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.).
3. Loosen the compressed spring (2).
4. Remove the shock assembly from the spring compressor (1).
5. Install the shock to the vehicle. (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - INSTALLATION) .
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
7. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.