Front Shock Absorber And Coil Spring Disassembly/Assembly: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
- If the coil spring flies off while removing/installing the coil spring, it may cause serious injury or death, or vehicle damage. When removing/installing the coil spring, always use the SST and be careful not to allow the coil spring to fly off.
- Remove the front shock absorber and coil spring. (See FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER AND COIL SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
| 1 | Cap |
| 2 | Piston rod nut (See Piston Rod Nut Removal Note .) |
| 3 | Mounting rubber (See Mounting Rubber Installation Note .) |
| 4 | Bearing |
| 5 | Dust boot |
| 6 | Bound stopper |
| 7 | Lower spring seat |
| 8 | Front shock absorber |
| 9 | Coil spring (See Coil Spring Installation Note .) |