How to Replace the Springs in a Dodge Intrepid

The Dodge Intrepid was one of the more technologically advanced car models created by Dodge. Production of the Intrepid was discontinued in 2004 after a little more than 10 years. The Intrepid's innovative cab forward design was supported by a suspension featuring spring links in the rear and coil springs in a MacPherson strut in the front. Replacing the springs in the Dodge Intrepid requires a few extra tools.

Instructions

Replacing Rear Springs

1

Raise the Intrepid and use jack stands to secure the wheels before accessing the rear spring.

2

Remove the nuts and bolts holding the spring link using the special tool 9361 and guide 9361-2 starting with the spring link-to-knuckle nut and bolt. Follow directions with the tool 9361 and the guide.

3

Remove the bolt and nut fastening spring link to crossmember before taking the spring link off the Intrepid.

4

Replace the spring link and knuckle sleeve and reinstall all bolts and nuts. The special tools are used again at this time to install the new sleeve and attach the new spring link.

5

Tighten the bolts and nuts to factory specifications. Do not over-torque the nut holding the link-to-knuckle bolt.

6

Lower the Intrepid and tighten the spring link bolt to factory specifications.

7

Align the wheels if necessary.

Replacing Front Springs

8

Disconnect or remove the attaching link to the stabilizer bar, negative cable to the battery and the front wheels.

9

Use puller MB-990635/C-3894A to remove the outer tie rod end from the steering arm.

10

Remove the speed sensor wiring harness mounting bracket from the strut, front brake rotors, the brake caliper sensor and tie off and support the caliper assembly.

11

Remove the three or four strut assembly mounting nuts and washers and take the strut assembly off the Intrepid.

12

Disassemble the strut assembly and remove the worn spring. Check the other parts for wear at this time. Use a factory replacement spring.

13

Reattach the strut assembly according to specifications. The springs are between the upper mount of the strut assembly and lower spring seat. The elements of the MacPherson strut must be reassembled and attached to the Intrepid.

14

Lower the Intrepid and tighten all nuts and bolts according to their exact specifications.