OEM 2000 Lincoln LS Coil Springs

2000 Lincoln LS Coil Springs Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How Should the Shock Absorber and Coil Springs Be Handled for Safe and Proper Reassembly on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: The shock absorber and spring assembly requires careful handling because its gas pressurized shock absorbers will extend automatically when exposed to heat or flame leading to possible personal injuries. Professional usage of a spring compressor becomes necessary during shock absorber and spring assembly disassembly since the system operates under high stress conditions. Proper performance of essential components depends on suspension fasteners whose replacement requires new counterparts from the same part number and adheres to torque specifications throughout reassembly. The beginning stage commences with shock absorber and spring assembly removal while avoiding excessive tightening of the vise that could harm the shock absorber tube. Make marks on the upper mount and spring along with shock absorber which you will need for reference before installing correct part-numbered new springs according to the Vehicle Certification label. A proper spring compressor enables compression of the spring so you can maintain grip on the shock absorber rod before removing the nut followed by the upper mount assembly with its dust boot component. Conduct the spring removal while using a spring compressor device. Before assembling the spring positions check the lower mount and upper seat for damage and the insulator for wear to make an upper mount replacement if needed. Temperature the correct part number of new springs according to the Vehicle Certification label before validating whether the spring surface shows paint damage because any concerns must result in a new spring installation. Before reinstallation of the shock absorber insert it into the vise followed by positioning the spring and spring compressor onto the strut before mounting the upper mount along with dust boot keeping the marks from disassembly in alignment. Begin by installing a new nut then you can take off the spring compressor before you put back the shock absorber together with the spring assembly.