Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Compressor, Coil Spring

204-167 (14-042)

Adapter for 204-167

204-167-01 (14-042-01)

1. 

   WARNING:The spring is under extreme tension; care must be taken at all times. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
   Using the special tools, compress the spring.

2. 

   CAUTION:Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from turning.
   Disassemble the strut and spring assembly.
   1. Remove the thrust bearing retaining nut.
   2. Remove the thrust bearing.
   3. Remove the spring seat.
   4. Remove the spring.
   5. Remove the boot.
   6. Remove the bump stop.

1. 

   CAUTION:The ends of the spring must locate correctly in the spring seats.
   To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.