Replace the spring in case of mechanical damage or significant settlement. Signs of precipitation:
- deterioration in smoothness of movement, frequent «breakdowns» pendants;
- visible distortion of the rear of the car or a significant difference in height between the front and rear that occurred during operation;
- strongly pronounced traces of the collision of the coils of the spring.
Note: Replace springs (left and right) in pairs.
1. If you are replacing the spring on a lift, place jack stands under the arms and lower the vehicle with a slight load on the spring. When working on a viewing ditch, this operation is not required.
2. Remove the wheel from the side of the spring to be replaced.
3. Turn out a bolt of the lower fastening of the shock-absorber, take a bolt and take away the shock-absorber from the lever (see «Replacing the shock absorber rear suspension»).
4. Lift the car, unload a spring and take it.
5. Remove the top and bottom spring spacers.
6. Establish a spring with linings on the car in an order, the return to removal.
7. Replace the second spring in the same way, but only after securing the lower end of the shock absorber, disconnected when replacing the first spring.
With spring compressor replace the spring in the following order.
1. Before you raise the rear of the car, turn on I gear (move the automatic transmission selector lever to position «R») and chock the front wheels.
2. Raise the rear of the vehicle, support it securely, and remove the wheel from the side of the spring to be replaced.
3. Install the spring compressor and compress the spring.
Warning: Remove and install the spring with extreme care to avoid «shooting» springs from the suspension and injury.
4. Remove the spring with gaskets.
5. Remove the top and bottom spring spacers.
Warning: Replace damaged spring gaskets with new ones.
6. Establish a spring with linings on the car in an order, the return to removal.
7. Replace the second spring in the same way.
Note: When installing the spring, make sure that the end of the upper coil rests against the special stop in the upper gasket.