Rear Damper/Spring Disassembly, Reassembly, and Inspection
1. Damper/Spring - Exploded View

Exploded View



NOTE:
When compressing the damper spring, use a commercially available strut spring compressor (Branick MST-580A or Model 7200, or equivalent) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedure.

1. Damper/Spring - Disassemble
1.
Compress the damper spring.
NOTE: Do not compress the spring more than necessary to remove the nut.
2.
Remove the self-locking nut (A) while holding the damper shaft with a hex wrench (B).
3.
Release the pressure from the strut spring compressor.
4.
Disassemble the damper as shown in the Exploded View.

1. Damper/Spring - Inspect
1.
Reassemble all parts, except for the damper spring
2.
Compress the damper assembly by hand, and check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension. The damper should extend smoothly and constantly when compression is released. If it does not, the gas is leaking and the damper should be replaced.
3.
Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises, or binding during these tests.


NOTE:
When compressing the damper spring, use a commercially available strut spring compressor (Branick MST-580A or Model 7200, or equivalent) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedure.

1. Damper/Spring - Reassemble
1.
Install the spring mounting cushion (A) on the damper mounting base (B) by aligning the tab (C) and the notch (D).
2.
Install all the parts except the damper mounting washer and the self-locking nut onto the damper unit by referring to the Exploded View.
3.
Compress the damper spring.
NOTE: Do not compress the spring excessively.
4.
Align the lower end (A) of the damper spring with the stepped part (B) of the dust cover lower mount and the lower spring seat on the damper unit.
5.
Align the angle of the stud (A) on the damper mounting base (B) with the welded nut (C) on the bottom of the damper unit as shown.
6.
Install the damper mounting washer (A).
7.
Loosely install the new self-locking nut (B).
8.
Hold the damper shaft with a hex wrench (C), and tighten the self-locking nut to the specified torque.
9.
Remove the damper/spring from the strut spring compressor.