Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Coil Spring
Removal
1) Apply hand brake and loosen wheel lug nuts. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. Remove handbrake cable from bracket on spring link. Support control arm with floor jack. Slightly raise arm and disconnect lower end of shock absorber.
2) Support rear axle with safety stand. Disconnect control arm from body. Carefully lower control arm and remove coil spring, spring support and rubber spacer.
Installation
Replace self-locking nuts that attach control arm to body. Reverse removal procedure to complete installation.
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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.