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Section 534 (Suspension System (Service Information)): Front: Spring: Removal

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Fig 1: Spring Compressor
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1 - SPRING COMPRESSOR
2 - SPRING
  1. Remove the shock (Refer to SUSPENSION/FRONT/SHOCK - REMOVAL) .
  2. Install the shock assembly in the Branick 7200(R) spring removal/installation tool or equivalent (1).
  3. Compress the spring (2).
    Fig 2: Shock Orientation
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  4. 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.
  5. Remove the shock (8).
  6. Remove the shock upper mounting plate (3).
  7. Remove and inspect the upper (5) and lower (7) spring isolators.