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Keep your ride smooth with this basic repair. Learn how change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
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Coil spring compressors are essential for changing coil springs in a car. Learn the tools you need to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Find the designated factory lift point when jacking up your Taurus. Learn how to break the lug nuts to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Place jack under front mount of lower control arm in your Taurus. Learn tips for removing lugnuts from tires to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Tips for removing brake hose and strut from spindle in your Taurus. Learn how to unbolt your brake hose to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Use recommended service procedure for uninstalling your vehicle's sway bar. Learn how to take out sway bar to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Be careful when removing the ball joint from the upper control arm of your Ford Taurus. Learn how to remove ball joint to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
A mechanic's instructions for removing a strut from your vehicle. Learn how to remove strut to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Carefully compress your coil spring and disassemble the strut assembly in your Ford Taurus. Learn how to take apart strut assembly to change the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Have replacement coil spring ready when changing your coil springs. Learn how to reassemble front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Decompress your coil spring as evenly as possible. Learn how to decompress front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Slide your new coil spring onto three studs when servicing your vehicle. Learn how to mount new front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Reattach anti-lock wheel speed center when reattaching brake hose. Learn how to reattach brake hose when changing the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Attach the lower ball joint to the lower control arm of your Ford Taurus. Learn how to reassemble lower ball joint when changing the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Make sure sway bar is firmly attached. Learn how to reattach sway bar when changing the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Tips for adjusting tires when changing coil springs for Ford Taurus. Learn how to put tires back on when changing the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
Remove jack stand and torque lug nuts when finished changing coil springs. Learn how to torque lugnuts when changing the front coil springs on a 2002 Ford Taurus in this free auto repair video from a master mechanic.
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The front coil springs on your Ford Taurus help to ensure a smooth and comfortable ride. In this free auto repair series, you will learn the tools you need for replacing your front coil springs. Then our expert will take you through the replacement process for front coil springs. Learn how to break off the lug nuts and remove the sway bar en route to changing the coil springs. Our master mechanic will also show you how to reattach the brake hose and ball joints when putting your Taurus back together.
Nathan McCullough Nathan McCullough graduated from Nashville Auto-Diesel College with a GPA of 3.5 and received their Craftsmanship Award and Honor Seal. He has managed several automotive facilities over the last eight years. His many certifications include front end suspension, brakes, manual transmission, engine tune up, engine overhaul, heating ventilation and air conditioning, automotive electrical and many more. In his spare time, McCullough enjoys working on cars, performing everything from minor repairs to complete overhauls.dkdk
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