Rear Spring Replacement (GNC)
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Rear Spring Replacement (GNC)
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Callout
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Component Name
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Warning
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To prevent personal injury and/or component damage, use the proper tools to support the lower control arm when removing the coil spring. The coil spring is under extreme pressure and can become a projectile should the spring separate from the lower control arm before all of the tension is relieved.
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Preliminary Procedure
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Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Fastener
Refer to
Fastener Caution
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Procedure
Install NEW bolt.
Tighten
70 Nm (51 lb ft) + 90 degrees + 15 degrees
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Rear Spring
Procedure
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Using a suitable jack stand, support the knuckle.
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Using a adjustable jack stand, slowly lower control arm downward.
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Remove the coil spring from the lower control arm.
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If needed, remove the rear spring upper insulator or the lower spring insulator.
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