Installing The Spring On The Right-Hand Side
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Compress the spring.
Use hydraulic spring tensioner: see 9512911 with claw: see 9512897 .
Install:
- the grommet
- the spring.
WARNING:
It is essential that the correct claw for the vehicle model is used. Always check that the number punched on the claw matches the number indicated in the method.
NOTE:
Make sure that the spring engages in the link arm's grooves.
Using a transmission jack, carefully lift under the control arm so that the screw for the shock absorber can be installed.
NOTE:
Always make sure that the car is not lifted off the hoist when working with the transmission jack.
Install the screw in the shock absorber. Tighten. See: TIGHTENING TORQUE .