Shock Absorber Replacement

Fig.11 Coil Spring Removal.:

Fig. 4 Strut Assembly Exploded View. 80/90 Shown, Coupe, 80/90 Quattro Similar:

1. Remove strut assembly, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION.
2. Compress coil spring with spring compressor, Fig. 3, until upper spring retainer is free.
3. Hold shock absorber shaft and remove retaining nut, bearing, retainer, bump stop and sleeve, Fig. 4. Remove compressed coil spring carefully and lay aside.
4. Remove threaded cap from top of strut tube, then the shock absorber cartridge, Fig. 4.
5. Reverse procedure to assemble, Fig. 4. Tighten fasteners, slotted nut and threaded cap, to specification.