How to use a coil spring compressor?

Lower the coil spring compressor through the center of the coil spring. The end of the coil spring compressor that does not have the tightening nut goes into the coil spring first. Retract each coil spring compressor jaw so that they grasp onto the coils of the spring. read more

How to Use a Spring compressor safely, the safest way to use a spring compressor is by using hand tools and compressing the springs evenly. Uneven compression can cause the tool to slip or added stress causing damage to the tool. read more

However, this is to be done while the spring compressor is still fixed to the bottom part of the car. While holding the spring compressor in place, the coil spring needs to be gently extracted. The coil spring can be moved out of the compressor by slowly moving the tightening nut in a counterclockwise motion. read more