Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Front
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on a hoist, allowing the front suspension lower arms to hang free.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove disc brake caliper, then wire it out of the way to obtain working room.
4. Disconnect tie rod end assembly from the front wheel spindle using Tie Rod End Remover TOOL-3290-D or equivalent.
5. Disconnect front stabilizer bar link from front suspension lower arm.
6. Remove steering gear bolts if necessary and position the power rack and pinion steering gear so that front suspension lower arm bolt may be
removed.
7. Use Coil Spring Compressor D78P-5310-A or equivalent, to install a plate between coils near the top of the front coil spring. Mark location of
upper plate on coils for installation. Use care not to nick spring coils when installing upper plate.
