Coil Spring And Shock Absorber: Assembly

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Locate upper spring seat as shown.

Fig 1: Locating Upper Spring Seat
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When installing coil spring, be careful not to reverse top and bottom direction. (Top end is flat.)
When installing coil spring on shock absorber, it must be positioned as shown.
CAUTION: Do not reuse piston rod lock nut.

Fig 2: Installing Coil Spring

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