Caravan V6-201 3.3L (1995)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Front Coil Spring Replace
Fig. 11 Strut Damper Mount Assembly
1. Remove strut damper assembly as outlined under Strut Damper Assembly Replacement.
2. Compress coil spring using suitable tool.
3. Remove strut rod nut while holding strut rod to prevent rotation.
4. Remove mount assembly.
5. Remove coil spring from strut damper.
6. Inspect mount assembly for deterioration of rubber isolator, retainers for cracks and distortion, and bearings for blinding.
7. Install dust shield, jounce bumper, spacer and seat to top of spring. Mount assembly to rod, then install retainer and rod nut.
8. Position spring retainer alignment notch parallel to damper lower attaching bracket.
9. Tighten strut rod nut to specifications, using suitable tool, then release spring compressor.
10. With weight of vehicle off front wheels, turn both strut rod and strut rod nut in same direction until upper spring seat is properly positioned, then
recheck torque of strut rod nut.
