WM, 427219 Remove And Install Coil Spring: Tools

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To remove/install the coil spring, use the > VAS 6907 - spring tensioning system  and > VAS 6274/12 - supplement set for spring tensioning system. 

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Greasing the spindle

• Before removing and installing each spring, grease the spindle -2- at - the front with a light coating of the supplied grease -1-  .
• Only grease the spindle using the supplied lubricant. Other types of lubricant will damage the spindle. 

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Inserting the spreader device prevents the axle from moving upwards when tensioning the coil spring and this makes it easier to install.

• Always remove the spreader device from the vehicle after installing the coil spring. 

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Before tensioning the coil spring, check that the pressure plates are seated correctly.

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• The> VAS 6907 - spring tensioning system is - required for removing and installing the coil springs. 

Tool overview for spring tensioning system:  > VAS 6907 - spring tensioning system 

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Spring tensioning system VAS 6907

1. Pressure plate with locking mechanism VAS 6907/1 
2. Pressure plate with pivot bearing VAS 6907/2 
3. Spindle VAS 6907/3 
4. Piston VAS 6907/4 
5. Socket wrench VAS 6907/5 
6. T-bar wrench VAS 6907/6 
7. Holding wrench VAS 6907/7 
8. Spreader device VAS 6907/8 
9. Hydraulic tensioning device VAS 6907/9 

Additional supplement set for spring tensioning system:  > VAS 6274/12 - supplement set for spring tensioning system 

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Supplement set VAS 6274/12

1. Tool case VAS 6274/12
2. Pressure plate with latch → VAS 6274/12-2
3. Pressure plate with pivot bearing → VAS 6274/12-1
4. Spring support → VAS 6274/12-3
5. 69 mm piston → VAS 6274/12-6
6. 89 mm piston → VAS 6274/12-7
7. Spreader device → VAS 6274/12-4
8. Support plate for spreader device → VAS 6274/12-5

1. Depending on vehicle equipment, use the appropriate tool parts.