Ford Ecosport: Rear Suspension - AWD / Removal and Installation - Spring

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

NOTE: LH side shown, RH side similar.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
   Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
   

1.   WARNING: Take extra care when handling the compressed spring.

   NOTICE: When installing a suitable spring compressor, use care not to damage the spring coating.

   Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension and remove the spring.
   Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor
   Use the General Equipment: Vise

Installation

NOTE: Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the upper and lower spring seat.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.