## Damper/Spring Replacement (cont'd)

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Reassembly NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View as needed.

1. Install the upper spring mounting cushion (A) on the upper spring seat (B) by aligning the log portion (C) on cushion with cutout (D) in the seat.

1. Install the spring (E) in the groove of the cushion securely fitted.

1. Install the damper mounting bearing and damper mounting base on the upper spring seat.

1. Install the upper spring seat and the spring on a commercially available strut spring compressor (A) and compress the spring lightly.

1. Insert the damper unit (B) up through the compressed spring.

1. Align the bottom of the spring (C) and the stepped part (D) of the lower spring seat.

1. Check that the cutout (A) in the side of the upper spring seat (B) is in position shown. If the cutout is out of position, repeat to the step 1 and reassemble the spring and upper spring seat accordingly.

   Left side:

Right side:

1. Hold the bottom of the damper with your hand and compress the spring. Do not compress the spring excessively.

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