OEM 2001 Chevrolet Prizm Coil Springs

2001 Chevrolet Prizm Coil Springs Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What Tools Are Required to Service and Repair Front Coil Springs and Shock Absorber on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm?

  A: Service and repair of the suspension strut demands tools that include the necessary tools for suspension strut service comprise strut compressor (J 34013-B) and both holding fixture (J 3289-20) and strut compressor adapter (J 34013-88). Strut compressor (J 34013-B), holding fixture (J 3289-20), and strut compressor adapter (J 34013-88). Start your work by taking out the strut assembly before mounting the strut compressor (J 34013-B) into the holding fixture (J 3289-20). Use the strut compressor adapter (J 34013-88) on the strut compressor (J 34013-B) to install the strut assembly and squeeze the coil spring. Start by taking off the dust cap before extracting the strut rod piston nut before releasing the compressed spring. Disassemble the strut assembly out of the strut compressor (J 34013-B) before removing these components from the strut: strut support , dust seal , spring seat , upper insulator , coil spring and spring bumper and lower insulator . Running from the top to the base of the strut assembly are seven essential components including strut support , dust seal , spring seat , upper insulator , coil spring , spring bumper , and lower insulator . Start by adding the lower insulator , spring bumper , coil spring , upper insulator , spring seat , dust seal , and strut support to the strut assembly. Mount the strut assembly into the strut compressor (J 34013-B) through the strut compressor adapter (J 34013-88) to compress the coil spring. Use a torque wrench to connect and fasten the strut rod piston nut to 47 nm (34 ft. Lbs.). Use wheel bearing lubricant gm p/n 1051344 or equivalent to pack the strut support before installing the dust cap and allowing the coil spring to expand back to normal. Take the strut out of the strut compressor (J 34013-B) then install the complete strut assembly.