Section 534 (Suspension System (Service Information)): Front: Spring: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - SPRING COMPRESSOR |
| 2 - SPRING |
- Remove the shock (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - REMOVAL) .
- Install the shock assembly in the Branick 7200(R) spring removal/installation tool or equivalent (1).
- Compress the spring (2).
- Remove the upper shock nut (2).NOTE: The nub (1) in the upper shock mount (3) must be 180° from the centerline of the lower bracket (9) on the shock (8) for proper installation.
- Remove the shock (8).
- Remove the shock upper mounting plate (3).
- Remove and inspect the upper (5) and lower (7) spring isolators.