Relieving tension on coil spring

The upper coil spring end (1) must be in contact with the spring pad when the coil spring is released.

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The lower coil spring end (1) must be in contact with the spring pad when the coil spring is released.

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Release the coil spring using special tool 2 213 022 (31 3 340) . Check the position of the coil spring end s and correct if necessary.
Remove the spring strut (1) from the special tool 2 213 022 (31 3 340) .

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