How do i Replacing rear coil springs on 2002 escort?

Answer 1

You will need to get a pair of spring compressors. I rented mine from autozone for $30.00. They will refund your money if you bring them back undamaged. Also new springs and new top plates that hold the top of the spring in place. I also replaced my struts, since the whole thing comes out as one unit. 4 bolts to remove, 2 at the bottom wheel area, and 2 hiding in the rear trunk panel. I replaced the rear struts and springs, not the front. Get the whole unit into a good vice, compress the spring, remove the top nut, and uncompress and remove. If you buy all new you can just toss the old unit. My cost if I remember correctly was about $230 dollars altogether for both rear units. 2 springs - $60.00, 2 top plates - $50.00, and 2 struts - $120.00.