Vanden Plas X308 Front Suspension Spring Replacement (2001) - Page 3409
Taper separator
211-098 (JD 100)
Ball Joint Taper Separator
204-192 (JD 219)
Removal
CAUTION: Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These devices
restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used.
1. Raise front of vehicle to provide access for Special Tool 204-111.
2. Remove appropriate road wheel.
3. Install Special Tool 204-111 in road spring.
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Slacken tool adjuster to suit spring length.
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Install adaptor and thrust collar.
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Position stem of tool in center of spring passing dowel through slot in suspension turret.
4. Rotate stem of Special Tool 204-111 to position dowel across slot.
5. WARNING:
WHEN TURNING TOOL ADJUSTER, ENSURE THAT TOOL STEM DOES NOT ROTATE AND DISTURB POSITION OF DOWEL IN
SUSPENSION TURRET.
Rotate adjuster of Special Tool to tension spring.