How do you replace shock absorbers and springs?
Remove the spring and shock absorbers, remove the spring compressor and compress the new spring if you are replacing those. Use all the other parts from the shock/spring assembly and replace the shock absorbers and/or springs with new parts.
How can I tell if my shocks need to be replaced?
You might have noticed going over potholes and bumps isn’t as smooth as it used to be in your ride, which is probably a sign that your shocks are worn out and need replaced. A good easy way to test your shocks and make sure they’re worn out enough to be replaced is to push down hard on the trunk or the hood directly above the wheel well.
What’s the most difficult part of replacing shocks?
The most difficult part of the job is removing the old shocks, which can have a tendency to be really gunky with both age and road-grit, making the bushings and bolts somewhat difficult to remove. Check out the mountings to see if they’re loose enough to get off, or if you’re likely to crack the rubber around the bushing.
How do you remove shock absorbers from a Saab 9-5?
1. Raise the car and remove the wheel. 2. Remove the spring bracket’s lower bolts and slightly slacken the upper ones. 3. Remove the damper’s lower retaining bolt. 4. Lift out the spring assembly complete with damper. 5. Undo the damper’s locknut but do not remove it (grip the piston rod to prevent it turning). 6.
When to replace front struts on a Saab 9-3?
When you replace shocks + struts on a car like this Saab 9-3 you really should be replacing them as a set around the same time to ensure consistent suspension performance. A few months earlier I replaced the front struts, but held off on the rears as I didn’t have enough time to do it all in one shot.
What should I do with my Saab 9-5?
Raise the rear of the car and support both sides with jack stands. Getting both rear wheels off the ground at the same time will remove any obstructional influence of the rear anti-sway bar. Axle stands should be safe to use but I like to slide the wheel under the car just in case.
How to tighten Springs on a Saab 9-5?
Tighten the damper’s lock nut Put the spring/shock assembly back in place and tighten the 4 bolts. Make sure to put any shims back in place. Mine only had one on the right side. Use a new lower damper retaining bolt and washer. Tightening torque for this bolt is quite high so that’s why it’s recommended to use a new one.