1. Protect the coil spring using a piece of cloth, then set the
SSTs.
2. Compress the coil spring using the
SSTs
, and remove the piston rod nut.
Fig. 7: Compressing Coil Spring
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
COIL SPRING ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Compress the coil spring using the SST.
2. Install the shock absorber so that the lower end of the coil spring is seated on the step of the lower spring
seat.
Fig. 8: Installing Shock Absorber
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
UPPER SPRING SEAT ASSEMBLY NOTE
1. Install the upper spring seat so that the notch is facing to the out side of the vehicle.
WARNING:
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Removing the piston rod nut is dangerous. The shock absorber and
spring could fly off under tremendous pressure and cause serious
injury or death. Secure the shock absorber in the SSTs before
removing the piston rod nut.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Mazda CX-9
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