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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2023COMPASS ALTITUDEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTFRONT SUSPENSION AND WHEEL ALIGNMENTFRONTSPRING, FRONT COILREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION

2023 Jeep Compass Altitude

Removal And Installation: Installation

2023 Jeep Compass AltitudeSECTION Installation

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NOTE:

When installing the coil spring on to the strut, align the coil spring tag (1) to the clevis (2).

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NOTE:

Some springs will have a banana shape to them and it is imperative that the lower end coil butts up against the lower rubber isolator seat.

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Using a Brannick 7600 spring compressor or equivalent compress the spring (5).
Install the lower spring isolator (6) on the strut (7).
Position the strut (7) into the compressed spring (5).
Install the boot (4).
Install the jounce bumper (3).
Install the strut upper mount (2).
Install the strut rod nut (1).
Use (special tool #2027800020, Kit, Remover - Installer Shock / Strut) to tighten the strut rod nut (1) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Install the front strut. Refer to STRUT, SUSPENSION, ASSEMBLY, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Check for proper vehicle curb height. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
Perform the wheel alignment procedure. Refer to WHEEL ALIGNMENT, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

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When to See a Mechanic

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

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• 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.