OEM 2001 Cadillac Catera Coil Springs

2001 Cadillac Catera Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the front coil springs and shock absorber on 2001 Cadillac Catera?

  A: Start the suspension strut service and repair process with these essential tools: You need two tools to service the suspension strut: Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-B) and Strut Compressor Adapter (J 34013-88). Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-B) and Strut Compressor Adapter (J 34013-88). Place the entire strut assembly into the Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-B) after using the Strut Compressor Adapter (J 34013-88) to compress the spring. Remove the upper bearing support nut while counter-holding the strut piston when needed and proceed to uninstall the bearing and plate assembly . Decompress the spring before you remove the upper spring support plate , upper insulator , strut bumper , and strut cover . The first step is to take away the spring from the strut and the lower insulator from the strut . When putting together the system maintain the protective coating of the suspension coil spring to prevent damage. Position the lower insulator onto the strut before seating the spring onto the strut. Position the upper spring support plate , upper insulator , strut bumper , and strut cover into assembly order. First install the spring inside upper and lower rubber isolation rings before compressing it and mounting bearing and plate assembly. You need to install the upper bearing support nut while tightening it to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.) before taking off spring tension from the spring compressor. Set the spring within its proper space between insulators using the Strut Spring Compressor (J 34013-B). Then reinsert the strut into your vehicle.