Colt L4-1597cc 1.6L SOHC Turbo VIN F FI (1988)
Fig. 11 Coil spring rear suspension. 1988 Colt wagon
1988 COLT WAGON
1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly and rear drum brake assembly.
2. Remove brake tube. Disconnect brake hose from torsion axle and arm assembly.
3. Position a piece of wood between a suitable jack and the torsion axle and arm assembly. Do not apply jack to lateral rod. After raising torsion axle
and arm slightly, remove lateral rod from body.
4. Remove torsion axle and arm from body.
5. Disconnect shock absorber upper and lower mounts, then remove shock absorber from vehicle.
6. Remove coil spring and upper spring seat. Note location of spring seats.
