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2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Coil Spring Replacement

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Coil Spring Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Coil Spring
GM2003748Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Note the orientation tag location on the springs for installation, If no orientation tag is present mark the rear of the springs for installation.
1 Rear Coil Spring

Procedure

  1. Support the rear axle with a adjustable jack stand.
  2. Remove the lower shock absorber bolt. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
  3. Using the adjustable jack stands, lower the rear axle to remove the rear coil spring

Tip:  The rear springs are indexed with the colored tag toward the rear of the vehicle. No up/down or side to side orientation is required.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.