Spring Popped Out of the Perch - Episode 18 [Auction Palio]
Investigates the front coil spring on the auction Palio that popped out of the perch and was out of position on the passenger side. Also disassembles the suspension to find out if there was an incorrect assembly, inverted part, or another issue in the assembly
📋 Quick Overview / Problem & Solution
Application: Fiat Palio, to reposition the front coil spring that came off the upper strut perch.
Symptom / Problem: The front coil spring was out of proper position on the upper perch on the passenger side.
Procedure & Result: The strut assembly is removed, disassembled, cleaned, and reassembled with the spring in the correct position.
⚡ Tightening Torques & Specifications
| Component | Specified Torque | Assembly Notes |
|---|---|---|
| upper strut tower bolts | 31 N·m | 3.2 kgf·m × 9.81 = 31.4 N·m, rounded to 31 N·m. |
| lower knuckle bolts (strut base) | 118 N·m | 12 kgf·m × 9.81 = 117.7 N·m, rounded to 118 N·m. |
Tools used
- spring compressor
- locking pliers
- rubber mallet
- 19 mm wrench / socket (19 mm)
- 10 mm socket (10 mm)
- sledge mallet
Parts mentioned / replaced
- front shock absorber dust boot
- front shock absorber
- brake hose