Craftsman 47057 Owner's Manual
MacPherson Strut Coil Spring Tool
Model No. 47057
IMPORTANT:
• Only use on MacPherson strut springs with coil wire diameters of
.625 inch or less
• Always use latch locking pins
• Always wear protective eyewear
• Follow all instructions
Instructions for Use:
The spring tool consists of two rod-and-latch assemblies. On each
rod there is an upper and lower latch. The upper latch contains a
locking pin.
Lubricate the rod threads with 30W oil before each use. Retract the
upper latch locking pins by pulling
back on them. Hook the upper and lower latches over the top and
bottom coils of the spring as shown. See Figure 1. Push in the locking pins to lock the upper latches onto the top coil of the spring. The
two rod-and-latch assemblies should be attached exactly opposite
each other on the spring.
Begin compressing the spring by nger-tightening the bolts atop the
upper latches on each side. After
each side is snug, perform the rest of the tightening with a hand
wrench or air wrench. Alternately tighten one side a short distance
and then the other to assure equal compression on both sides.
Keep
tightening back and forth until the springs are sufciently clear of
the spring seats. See Figure 2.
Now perform repairs on strut as necessary following the automotive
manufacturer’s recommended procedures.
Once repairs are complete and the tool-compressed spring is correctly positioned, alternately loosen the upper latch bolts equal
short distances from one side to the other until the spring is fully
decompressed.
CAUTION: To avoid injury, do not remove locking pins from upper
latches until spring is fully decompressed.
FULL UNLIMITED WARRANTY
If this Craftsman Hand Tool ever fails to provide complete satisfaction, return it to the nearest Sears
store or Craftsman outlet and it will be replaced, free of charge.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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