How To Remove Coil Springs From A Jeep Cherokee Xj

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1. Mike D says:

   Ususally it is best to do these with a coil spring compressor, but it can be done without- although it is MUCH harder to get them back in without the compressor.

   You will need to raise and support the front end with jackstands- place them under the frame rails and not under the axle, as you want the axle to drop. Then, remove your lower shock bolts (or remove the shock entirely- it is easier) Next, remove the lower coil sring clamp and bolt. Now you will need to attatch your spring compressor and compress the spring enought that you can work it out from under the bump stop tower inside the spring- make sure to use the safety hooks so your spring doesn’t pop out and fly away, possibly injuring you in the process. Installation is the reverse of removal.

   Or, you could go to a parts store and get yourself either a Haynes or Chilton repair manual, that list step by step instructions with pictures on spring removal.