Compass 2WD L4-2.4L (2008)
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Inspect the upper and lower spring isolators (4, 7) for material deterioration and distortion.
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Inspect the coil spring (5) for any sign of damage to the coating.
NOTE: For reassembly, See: Assembly.
Assembly
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If the coil spring has been removed from the spring compressor, proceed with the next step, otherwise, proceed with STEP 3.
CAUTION: When installing the coil spring, make sure the end with the ID tag is placed downward, otherwise spring-to-body contact will occur
after strut assembly installation.
1. Place the coil spring in the spring compressor following the manufacturer's instructions. Before compressing the spring, rotate the spring so the
end of the bottom coil is at approximately the 9 o'clock position as viewed above (or to where the spring was when removed from the compressor).
This action will allow the strut (damper) clevis bracket to be positioned outward, away from the compressor once installed.
2. Slowly compress the coil spring until enough room is available for strut assembly reassembly.
3. Install the upper spring seat and isolator (4) on top of the coil spring (5).
4. Install the bearing (3) and upper mount (2) on top of the upper spring seat and isolator (4).
5. Install the lower spring isolator (7) on the spring seat on the strut (8).
6. Slide the dust shield and jounce bumper (6) onto the strut rod.
