Section 509 (Suspension System): Front: Spring: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the shock to the spring and spring compressor, After the transfer of the necessary parts to the type of repair being done (Insulator, Spring, shock and mount).
- Install the shock mounting nut. Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 ft.lbs.).
- Loosen the compressed spring.
- Remove the shock assembly from the spring compressor.
- Install the shock to the vehicle. (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - INSTALLATION) .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.