Equinox FWD V6-3.0L (2010)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Rear Suspension Coil Spring
Coil Spring Replacement
Coil Spring Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (See: Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair).
3. Remove the stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (See: Stabilizer Bar/Stabilizer Link/Service and Repair/Rear
Suspension).
4. Position a jackstand underneath the lower control arm.
5. Raise the jackstand slightly to compress the coil spring.
6. Remove the lower shock bolt and nut.