MAINTENANCE ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 72
Tip
Before you change the spring preload, make a note of the groove in which the securing clip is positioned. When making adjust-
ments, always start from the standard setting.
– Jack up the vehicle. ( p. 66)
– Clean the shock absorber thoroughly.
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– Press the spring pack and the spring retainer down to make the securing clip
accessible.
– Using pliers, position the securing clip in one of the upper grooves. Do not overstrain
the securing clip.
– Release the spring pack and measure the length of the unloaded spring pack.