Removing the rear suspension spring

This work also requires a special clamping fixture. The spring on the car is in a compressed state and has approximately four times the preload. Therefore, there is a high risk of injury during operation. When replacing the spring, pay attention to the marking. The same applies to the rubber feet, which vary in height depending on the model.

Sequence of work

1. Place the rear of the car on stands.



2. Remove the cover of the transverse lever, for which unscrew the two bolts (pic. 7.14).

3. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor wire from the transverse arm.

4. From the outside, place a jack under the lever and raise the lever until the rear axle is in a horizontal position. Make sure the vehicle is securely anchored.


5. Install the clamping device on three sides of the spring so that, if possible, all turns are blocked.

6. Compress the spring until it can be removed from the cups.

7. Turn away self-locking nuts on the cross-section lever and remove them together with washers.

8. Lower the lever and remove the spring along with the rubber support.

9. If replacement is necessary, slowly decompress the spring and remove the rubber support.

10. Before reinstalling, check the wear of the rubber support, replace it if necessary. To facilitate reassembly, apply dishwashing detergent to the supports.

11. Clean the lower cup on the transverse arm, as well as the upper seat.

12. Install the compressed spring into the lower cup so that the end of the coil engages on the cup.

13. Install the bolt with a new self-locking nut and washer on the lever and tighten a few turns.

14. Raise the lever again with a jack so that the rear suspension is in a horizontal position.

15. Now tighten the nut on the lever to 70 Nm.

16. Unload the spring and remove the jig. Check the correct fit of the spring in the cups.

17. Finish installation and lower the car.