Coil Spring Compressor Tool: Proper Use (SS93-001)

Publication date: 1993-03-05
Reference number: SS93-001

COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR TOOL: PROPER USE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): SS93-001, Date of Issue: March 5, 1993

USE OF COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR SST # 09727-300209

Model(s): All Toyota Models

Reference: Special Service Tools

Bulletin No.: SS93-001

Date: March 5, 1993

SERVICE INFORMATION

Please observe the following procedure each time this tool is used:

Carefully inspect your spring compressor for cracks prior to each use.
Use only on Toyota vehicles. Use on other application may exceed the tool design limits.
Be sure spring is free from its seat (unstuck) prior to compressing.
Do not compress the coil spring further than needed to facilitate the repair.

When using suspension coil spring compressor be sure to follow the instructions outlined in service publications as well as the caution label placed on the tool. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Coil Spring Compressor Tool