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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE LS, 4D SEDAN, 3.0 SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSIONREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCOIL SPRING & STRUT ASSEMBLYREASSEMBLY
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 S
Coil Spring & Strut Assembly: Reassembly
1996 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 SSECTION Reassembly
- To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. Bearing and seal are pressed into assembly. Ensure washers are installed in correct position. Check spring insulator. If outer metal part is bent or damaged, bend it back. Ensure that is does not touch locator on bearing and seal assembly.
- Check spring seat, bearing, seal and bearing plate. Replace as necessary. If when new struts are delivered in locked down position and no external tie down is present, rotate upper end of rod counterclockwise to unlock. Ensure spring is correctly seated in both spring seats.
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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.