Mercury 9L8Z-5560-B Spring - Rear

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Detach the lower end of the shock absorber from the trailing arm.

It may be necessary to disconnect the brake line from the wheel cylinder and move the brake line and bracket out of the way.

During the inspection, the following parts of the strut should be examined: Strut for signs of fluid leakage. Strut piston rod for signs of pitting along its entire length. Strut body for signs of damage.

To disassemble the strut assembly, follow these steps: Clean the strut from external dirt. Mount the strut in a vise. Install coil spring compressor tools, ensuring they are fully engaged. Compress the spring until all tension is relieved from the upper mount. Hold the strut piston rod with an Allen key and unscrew the thrust bearing retaining nut with a box-end wrench. Withdraw the top mounting, thrust bearing, upper spring seat, spring, boot, and bump stop.