Cadillac 25693379 Front Spring

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To remove the struts, first, check for signs of wear such as leaking fluid or loss of dampening capability. Consider options like rebuilt or new strut assemblies that may be available on an exchange basis. Once ready, remove the strut and spring assembly and mount it in a vise, cushioning the vise jaws with rags or blocks of wood. Use a spring compressor to relieve pressure from the spring seat, following the tool manufacturer's instructions. Loosen the damper shaft nut while holding the shaft stationary with the proper tool. Lift off the bearing cap, upper spring seat, and upper insulator, inspecting the bearing in the spring seat for smooth operation and replacing if necessary. Carefully remove the compressed spring assembly and set it aside. For installation, assemble the new strut starting with the lower spring insulator and spring, followed by the upper spring insulator, spring seat, and bearing cap. Position the spring seal and bearing cap with the flats facing the steering knuckle flange. Install and tighten the damper shaft nut to the specified torque. Finally, install the strut and spring assembly and have the front-end alignment checked and adjusted if needed.

After installing the strut, have the front-end alignment checked and adjusted if necessary.

One should adhere closely to the provided instructions and follow the guidelines provided by the manufacturer for the proper usage of the spring compressor to avoid any serious injuries.

For installation, replace any damaged or worn insulators and position them correctly in the control arm and upper body. Before tightening the control arm pivot bolts, raise the outer end of the control arm to simulate normal ride height. Tighten all suspension fasteners to the torque specifications and the wheel lug nuts as well.

Before starting to remove the strut, apply the parking brake and block the rear wheels. Loosen the wheel lug nuts and raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jackstands.

Carefully remove it and set it aside.

To remove the control arm, remove the control arm pivot bolts and detach the control arm from the frame crossmember. Slowly lower the jack and remove the spring and insulators, carefully removing the spring compressor from the spring.

It is crucial to exercise extreme caution when removing a coil spring to avoid any serious injuries.