Eclipse FWD L4-1997cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (1997)
NOTE: Assembly service points as follows:
a. Coil spring installation (11).
1. Use the special tools to compress the coil spring and install it to the shock absorber.
CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the bolt of the special tool.
Fig. 7 Installing Coil Spring
2. Align the edge of the coil spring to the stepped part of the shock absorber spring seat.
Fig. 15 Upper Bracket Installation
b. Upper bracket assembly installation (4).
Install so that the position of the three bolts are as shown in the illustration with respect to the damper fork installation bolt.
c. Self-locking nut installation (1).
1. Temporarily tighten the self-locking nut.
2. Remove the special tools (MB991237, MB991239) or equivalents, and tighten the self-locking nut to 20-25 Nm (14-18 ft lbs.).
CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench.
