Mopar 5290185AA Rear Suspension-Spring

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For this procedure, a spring compressor is needed and these can be hired daily from most auto parts or equipment yards. If the struts or coil springs have any signs of wear including leaks, or a loss of its damping ability, or there is physical damage of any form, then there is no going around certain fundamental facts namely; strut/shock absorber assemblies are non-serviceable parts and therefore if they have complications they have to be replaced. Some strut assemblies include springs, which may be available through exchange, thus saving considerable time and energy; find out whether you can obtain the parts at a reasonable cost before dismantling your car. When faced with this job start by pulling out the strut and spring assembly then using a vise to fix the strut clevis bracket portion but do not clamp any other part. Chipmunk the jaws with wood or rags and also do not over tighten the vise. As directed by the tool manufacturer fit the spring compressor on the spring and compress the spring slightly until you cannot hear any pressure on the upper spring seat; this can be ascertained by gently shaking the spring. While holding the damper shaft, loosen the shaft nut with a socket; if not possible to unloosen the damper shaft nut, a 13/16-inch spark plug and a ratchet should be used instead. Take off the nut and suspension support and examine the bearing with rotation and check for signs of wear at the rubber part near the bearing. Take off the upper spring seat and the dust boot for the damper shaft, also inspect the upper spring seat for damages. Pull the rubber bumper off the damper shaft and placing one's fingers on the compressed springs of the assembly depending on the side of the car that they belong to. For reassembly, slide the damper rod fully outward and install the rubber bumper; the coils of the spring should be in the correct position for reassembly. Place and fix the rubber bumper to the damper shaft and make sure it is fit well and then followed by the upper spring seat and dust boot. Thread the suspension support onto the clevis bracket and mount it to the damper shaft: tighten the nut to the prescribed turn. Release the coil spring compressors gradually in equal angles until the first coil rests squarely on the top, then relieved and take away the compressors. Last of all, bolt in the strut/spring assembly and ensure that the front end is aligned especially if the special camber adjusting bolts were put in.