- suspension spring tensioner
- body stand (preferably height adjustable)
- key "19"
The rear suspension springs are replaced if they break or settle excessively, as evidenced by frequent "breakdowns" of the suspension to the limiting buffers.
Recommendation: If one of the suspension springs is subsiding or breaking, replace both springs if possible to avoid body distortion.
1. Install a tie on the spring to be replaced and compress the spring slightly. If there is no tie, the spring can be tied in a compressed state with strong wire.
2. Disconnect the lower end of the shock absorber on the side of the spring being replaced (for more details, see subsection 5.2.1.), lift the rear of the car on the side of the spring being replaced until the wheel is off the ground and place the body on a support.
3. By pressing down the rear suspension arm within the elasticity of the silent block, remove the spring and dismantle the clamp from the spring.
4. Remove the spring insulating pad in the wheel well if it remains on the body.
5. Inspect the removed spring. If the spring has deformed or cracked coils and traces of their contact are visible on the coils, replace the spring.
6. Pay attention to the paint marking on the spring coils. It can be yellow - normal rigidity group A or green - increased rigidity group B. Both springs of the rear suspension of the car must be of the same rigidity group.
7. Inspect the insulating gasket. Replace any gasket that is severely deformed or hardened.
8. Before installing the spring, place an insulating gasket on it so that the end of the last turn is located in the recess of the gasket, and...
9....secure the gasket to the spring with insulating tape or scotch tape. Then compress the spring with a tie.
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10. Install the spring in the reverse order of removal. Place the straightened end of the lower coil in the recess of the suspension arm cup.