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What is the purpose of the coil spring?
To support the weight of the vehicle/cargo, allow the suspension to travel thru it's range to provide the best ride/ handling the vehicle was designed for.
Rear coil spring what is it function?
The springs in the rear support the weight of the car, and give it a smooth ride along with the shocks.
What is the purpose of a coil spring?
A coil spring works by compressing and then expanding when a vehicle is going over pumps. Coil springs help make the ride a little smoother for most vehicles. The coils spring is attached to the undercarriage.
What is the difference between helical spring and coil spring?
is helical coil and coil spring are the same
What happens to car if coil in car breaks?
A broken coil spring will cause the effected corner of the vehicle to drop. A broken ignition coil will cause the engine to misfire (coil on plug application) or cease to run.
How do you change the front coil springs on a Honda accord?
Use a strut spring compressor to compress the old spring, the remove the strut from the spring. Use the compressor to put the strut into the new spring. Install the strut and spring into the vehicle.
Can you get an alignment with broken coil springs?
No, the broken coil spring affects the vehicle's ride height. The front coil springs should be replaced on both sides to ensure the front height is even. Check with your local dealership to see if there is a recall for broken front coil springs for your vehicle - have your VIN number available.
Why is the front coil springs larger than the rear coil springs on your 1997 Chevy malbu is that safe?
There is more weight on the front of the vehicle, it is normal.
When a suspension coil spring is coil bound it usually indicates what?
spring has been over loaded
How do you replace the rear shocks on a 02 Nissan altmia?
1. Remove or disconnect the following:Rear wheels from the vehicle and support the rear axle with a jackStrut lower mounting through-boltsNote: Be sure to note the position the strut upper plate to the vehicle for reinstallation purposes.2 nuts from the top of the strutStrut as an assemblyNote: Do not remove the center locknut from the strut assembly until the strut is safely compressed.2. Compress the strut coil spring with a spring compressor.Strut assembly center locknutNote: Before removing the strut from the coil spring, note the positioning of the strut in relationship to the coil spring for reassembly.Strut leaving the coil spring compressedNote: Mark the coil spring position to the strut assembly for reinstallation purposes.3. To remove the spring from the strut assembly, perform the following steps:Compress the coil spring with the proper compressor tool.Remove the center retaining nut holding strut mounting insulator.Slowly decompress the coil spring.Remove the strut mounting insulator.Remove coil spring.To install:1. Install or connect the following:Coil spring onto the strut assembly. Be sure to align the matchmarks made during the removal procedure.Strut mounting insulator and compress the coil spring assemblyNote: It will be necessary to use a new locknut for the center retaining nut of the coil spring.Center retaining nut and torque to 43-58 ft. lbs. (59-78 Nm). Be sure the spring is seated properly on the strut and in the mounting insulator.2. Slowly remove the spring compressor tool.Strut assembly and torque the upper nuts to 31-40 ft. lbs. (42-54 Nm)Lower strut through-bolt and torque to 123-137 ft. lbs. (167-186 Nm)Note: Be sure to hold the through-bolt and tighten the nuts.3. Install the wheels, lower the vehicle and perform a front end alignment.
How does a coil spring compressor work?
A coil spring compressor is a piece of repair machinery typically used in car repairs. They help to depress the coil spring in order to remove or replace it.
What is automotive coil spring primarily and secondary function?
The coil spring provides suspension and absorbs shock.
