Sable V6-3.0L VIN U (1999)
2. Using a spring compressor, install rear spring, bottom washer, if equipped, rear shock absorber bracket, upper washer and nut on rear shock
absorber shaft.
3. NOTE: Install rear spring with rear spring insulator retainer on the bottom as shown to prevent rear spring damper from sliding down the spring.
Make sure rear spring is properly located in upper mount and lower spring seat and that mount washers are positioned correctly.
4. Tighten rod nut to 53 - 71 Nm (39 - 53 ft. lbs.). Use Oxygen Sensor Wrench 303-476 (T94P-9472-A) to turn the nut and a 10 mm six point deep
well socket to hold shaft so it will not turn while tightening nut. Do not use pliers on strut rod as finished rod surface could be damaged.
