Spring - INGENIUM I4 2.0L Diesel/INGENIUM I4 2.0L Petrol/TDV6 3.0L Diesel/V6 S/C 3.0L Petrol (G1899818): Removal

CAUTION:

To avoid damage to the Constant Velocity joint (CV) or CV boot, do not allow the halfshaft to hang.
Nuts and bolts must be tightened with vehicle at normal ride height

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
Remove the rear wheel and tire.
Refer to: WHEEL AND TIRE - INGENIUM I4 2.0L DIESEL/INGENIUM I4 2.0L PETROL/TDV6 3.0L DIESEL/V6 S/C 3.0L RETROL (G1967109)
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Disconnect the suspension height sensor.
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Using a suitable hydraulic stand, support the lower arm.
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- Disconnect the shock absorber from the wheel knuckle.
- Discard the nut.
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- Disconnect the toe link from the wheel knuckle.
- Discard the nut and bolt.
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- Remove the integral link.
- Discard the nuts and bolts.
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- Disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the lower arm.
- Discard the nut.
CAUTION: Take extra care when handling the assembly. Failure to follow this instruction might result in damage to the CV or the CV boot.

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- Disconnect the wheel knuckle from the lower arm.
- Discard the nut and bolt.
CAUTION: Only compress the spring enough to remove from the vehicle. Over compressing the spring may result in damage to the spring.

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- Slowly lower the hydraulic stand.
- Install the special tool to the spring.
  Special Tool(s): JLR-204-854
- Carefully compress the spring.
- Remove the spring and special tool from the vehicle.
NOTE:
- Only complete this step if a new spring is being installed.
- Note the measurements between the coils on the spring.
Remove the special tool from the spring.

Special Tool(s): JLR-204-854