Caddynut Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 I have a 1992 Seville and it has reached its point of needing new struts all the way around. I don't even think I am going to attempt to change the front struts, but I was going to attempt to change the rear ones. I need some advice...is there anything specific I need to know or any special tools that I would need??? I have changed a million shock absorbers in my life, but never anything like my Seville has. Thanks. 2008 BMW 328xi 2007 Chrysler Aspen 2001 Cadillac Seville STS 2000 Ford Ranger XLT1998 Mitsubishi Spyder Convertible 1996 Saturn SC-11991 Ford F-1501979 Chevrolet Caprice1968 Ford LTD1965 VW Beetle "Herbie The Love Bug Replica** 1961 VW Beetle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marika Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 I would buy the service manual for your car, read it, and familiarize yourself with the car as much as possible. Usually you can find one used on ebay at a substantial savings over the usual $110 that's charged when bought new. If you want to buy one new, you can get it at: http://www.helminc.com That car has electronic struts and the message "Service Ride Control" should be manually turned off after you replace the electronic struts with passive struts. I believe Cadillac no longer makes the electronic struts for that car so your only choice will be passive struts. I too have the 92 Seville with 4 passive struts and the car rides great so you will not be disappointed after you do the switchover. You will need to do a wheel alignment after you change the struts, there's no getting around it. I let my mechanic change all the struts and do the alignment. If you really want to make people safe drivers again then simply remove all the safety features from cars. No more seat belts, ABS brakes, traction control, air bags or stability control. No more anything. You'll see how quickly people will slow down and once again learn to drive like "normal" humans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adallak Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 i would recommend Chilton repair manual for your car (some 20-25$). My Chilton have done great helping me out everytime i fixed something. It has great illustrations and comrehensive guide how to remove and install stuff. As for struts you definitely need a coill spring compressor. I ams ure you have one, if you did the job before. The saddest thing in life is wasted talent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob D Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 Go to the home page here, FAQ's..Lots of info on this subject, particullarly pertaining to '92's (Bruce's original STS) Here's a link that may get you there, otherwise just go to the upper left hand corner... http://www.caddyinfo.com/disableccr.htm '93 STS.. opened, dropped, wide...fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 The rear shocks can be replaced with basic hand tools. Unlike the newer Sevilles, the rear struts on the 92s uses a transverse lead spring, so no strut compressor is needed. Really easy job, can be done in a few hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Hall Posted February 24, 2004 Report Share Posted February 24, 2004 The hardest part is getting the top nut off since all it wants to do is spin. You need the correct size star bit and some vice grips to hold them while you spin the nut off. Good Luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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