Coil Spring, Removing

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Fig 1: Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1

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-- Place the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1 -1- in the vise.

NOTE:

To prevent damage to the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1, use protective jaws.

-- Apply tension to the spring compressor in the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1 as illustrated.

Fig 2: Removing Coil Spring

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-- Pretension the coil spring in the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1 -1- until the upper spring plate with the spring support are free.

-- Remove nut from the piston rod.

-- Remove the individual components of the suspension strut and coil spring with the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1.

Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1
Ratchet, commercially available
Shock Absorber Set - Extension SW6T10001/7
Shock Absorber Set - Reversible Ratchet T10001/11
Shock Absorber Set - Socket T10001/3
Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Retainer w/Inserts VAG1752/6

-- Make sure the coil spring fits correctly inside the Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Retainer w/Inserts VAG1752/6 -arrow-.

Fig 3: Spring Compressor Kit

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Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Tensioner VAG1752/1
Spring Compressor Kit - Spring Retainer w/Inserts VAG1752/6