OEM 2005 Lincoln Town Car Coil Springs

2005 Lincoln Town Car Coil Springs Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Service and Repair Coil Springs and Shock Absorber Assembly on 2005 Lincoln Town Car?

  A: The first step to fix coil spring and shock absorber assembly requires removing both shock absorber and spring assembly from the vehicle. The shock absorber and spring assembly operates under dangerous loads so always use a spring compressor during disassembly for safety reasons. Heat or flame application should be prevented when removing shock absorbers. Keeping major service expenses at bay requires new suspension fasteners of identical part numbers while following all specified torque values for assembly. The shock absorber and spring assembly should be placed in a holding device for reference after mounting it while marked appropriately. The part number check should be done on the vehicle certification (VC) label to confirm the appropriate spring code before converting it to a part number when installing a new spring. Mount a suitable spring compressor that compresses the spring before you remove and discard the nut while holding the shock absorber rod. Separate the combination of upper mount and dust boot from the installation and extract the spring and spring compressor with caution. Check the damage status of lower spring seating and upper spring seating during assembly time plus inspect the spring insulator for wear and replace defective upper mounts. The installer must examine the new spring part number. Examine the spring to check for any paint surface evidence of damage or paint loss and acquire a replacement spring as needed during inspection. The shock absorber needs to be secured by a vise when removed before installing the spring compressor along with the shock absorber onto the suspension strut. Set the upper mount and dust boot on identified marks made during disassembly stages before tightening a new nut and removing the spring compressor. Reinstall the shock absorber together with the spring assembly into the vehicle.