OEM 2000 Cadillac Seville Coil Springs

2000 Cadillac Seville Coil Springs Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the front coil springs and shock absorber on 2000 Cadillac Seville?

  A: The suspension strut servicing and repair process requires several necessary tools which include Holding Fixture Base Assembly (J 3289-20) and Damper Rod Clamp (J 34013-B) and Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-20) and Strut Alignment Rod (J 34013-38). The required tools for the suspension strut service include Holding Fixture Base Assembly (J 3289-20), Damper Rod Clamp (J 34013-B), Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-20), and Strut Alignment Rod (J 34013-38). Protect the suspension coil spring's coating during strut removal because damage to this protective layer may shorten the strut's lifespan. The Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-20) requires installing the strut assembly followed by screwing the compressor to create slight spring compression. Use a Strut Alignment Rod (J 34013-38) to guide the strut shaft out of the strut assembly while you loosen the compressor screw while holding the strut shaft. Keep turning the screw until you can remove the strut and spring. Begin your installation by installing the Damper Rod Clamp (J 34013-B) together with Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-20) onto the strut shaft in the strut compressor. When installing the strut assembly into the compressor position the spring correctly over the strut and upright the assembly before installing the locking pin but ensure that the tab points inward and the bearing remains properly oriented when removed. Thread the Strut Alignment Rod (J 34013-38) through the strut shaft then slowly turn the compressor screw in a clockwise direction until the strut shaft centerlines properly with the assembly while showing thread visibility. Fasten the washer onto the strut shaft followed by stripping the Damper Rod Clamp (J 34013-B) out of position then torque the strut mount nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.). Put the strut assembly back into your vehicle after you remove it from the compressor.