Disassembly and Assembly

Part 2 Of 2:

1. Compress the coil spring using the special tools.

NOTE: Install the special tools evenly so that the maximum length will be attained within the installation range.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the special tool bolt.

2. While holding the piston rod, remove the self-locking nut.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench.

REASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
>A< COIL SPRING INSTALLATION

1. Use the special tools to compress the coil spring and install it to the shock absorber.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the special tool bolt.

2. Align the edge of the coil spring to the stepped part of the shock absorber spring seat.
>B< UPPER BRACKET ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

Install so that the position of the three bolts are as shown in the illustration with respect to the damper fork installation bolt.

>C< SELF-LOCKING NUT INSTALLATION
1. Temporarily tighten the self-locking nut.
2. Remove the special tools (MB991237, MB991239) , and tighten the self-locking nut to the specified torque.

CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench.