Cabriolet V6-2.8L (AFC) (1995)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Front
1. Slotted nut
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Tighten to: 50 Nm (37 ft lb)
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Compressing coil spring, refer to Fig. 1, below.
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Loosening and tightening, refer to Fig. 2, below.
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Tighten with torque wrench, refer to Fig. 3, below.
2. Strut mount
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Supplied as replacement part with integrated ball bearing
3. Spring retainer
4. Washer
5. Bump stop
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Different versions depending on type of running gear
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Imprint on data plate:
1BA = Standard version
1BE = Sport version
6. Protective sleeve
7. Coil spring
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Applications, refer to parts supplier.
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Replacing, refer to Fig. 1, Fig. 2 and Fig. 3, below.
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Installation position: color mark on spring faces strut housing
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Refer to vehicle data plate for running gear version
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Imprint on data plate:
1BA = Standard version
1BE = Sport Version
8. Not applicable for USA/Canada
9. Not applicable for USA/Canada
10. Not applicable for USA/Canada
11. Not applicable for USA/Canada
12. Not applicable for USA/Canada
13. Threaded cap
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Tighten to: 150 Nm (111 ft lb)
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Removing and installing, refer to Fig. 4, below.
14. Piston rod
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Counter-hold with hex key, refer to Fig. 2, below.
15. Not applicable for USA/Canada
16. Shock absorber