Sebring Sedan L4-2.4L VIN X (2001)
CAUTION: The top and bottom shock absorber rod isolator bushings are unique to the position which they are installed on the rod. When installing the
bushings on the rod, attention must be paid to their location so they are installed correctly.
2. Install the sleeve into the lower shock absorber rod isolator bushing. Install the shock absorber rod lower isolator bushing and sleeve in the bottom
of the upper (shock absorber/upper control arm) mounting bracket as shown. From the top, install the shock absorber rod upper isolator bushing
into the center of the upper mounting bracket over the sleeve protruding from the lower isolator bushing. The smaller end of each bushing is to
face away from the upper mounting bracket once installed.
3. Place the lower end (smaller diameter) of the coil spring in the spring compressor supported by the lower hooks, following the manufacturer's
instructions. Position the coil spring lower end tip at the position it was at before coil spring removal from the compressor as noted in Step 8 of
DISASSEMBLY. Proper orientation of the spring in the compressor is necessary for proper alignment of all shock assembly components.
4. Install the upper (shock absorber/upper control arm) mounting bracket on top of the coil spring matching the coil spring to its isolator on the upper
mounting bracket. Position the upper control arm ball joint so it lies directly below the front upper hook as shown.
5. Position the upper hooks on top of the upper mounting bracket as shown.
6. Compress the coil spring.
7. Install the lower spring isolator on the lower spring seat of the shock absorber. When installing the spring isolator, be sure the isolator sets in the
notch made for the lower coil spring end.