Installing coilovers on a car can improve handling, adjust ride height, and give a customized driving experience. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to put coilovers on a car:

Tools You’ll Need:

• Jack and jack stands
• Socket wrench set
• Torque wrench
• Spring compressor (if needed for stock struts)
• Penetrating fluid (e.g., WD-40)
• Coilovers specific to your car model

1. Prepare Your Workspace

• Park the car on a flat surface.
• Engage the parking brake and put the car in gear or park.
• Loosen the lug nuts on the wheels you'll be working on.

2. Lift the Car

• Use a jack to lift the car.
• Secure the car with jack stands at safe jacking points.
• Remove the wheels once the car is lifted and stable.

3. Remove the Stock Suspension

• Front Suspension:

  • Locate the strut assembly: It's usually bolted to the lower control arm and connected to the chassis at the top.
  • Remove the bolts at the bottom: These connect the strut to the lower control arm or spindle. If necessary, use penetrating fluid on rusted bolts.
  • Disconnect the sway bar: If the strut assembly is attached to the sway bar, remove the connecting link.
  • Remove the top mount bolts: These are found under the hood. Once removed, the strut assembly should come out.
  • Spring compressor (if needed): If reusing parts, compress the spring before removing the top nut from the strut.

• Rear Suspension:

  • This depends on your car's setup (independent suspension, solid axle, etc.), but it generally involves unbolting the shocks and possibly removing rear control arm bolts.

4. Install the Coilovers

• Adjust the coilovers (optional): Set the desired ride height and preload before installing.
• Position the coilover in place: Insert the top of the coilover into the strut tower and loosely attach the top mount bolts.
• Bolt the lower part of the coilover: Secure the coilover to the spindle or lower control arm.
• Tighten the top mount bolts: Once the lower bolts are secure, tighten the top mount bolts to spec.
• Reattach sway bar links (if applicable).

5. Repeat on All Corners

• Follow the same process for all four wheels, front and rear.

6. Reinstall Wheels and Lower the Car

• Put the wheels back on and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
• Lower the car off the jack stands and tighten the lug nuts with a torque wrench to the manufacturer's specifications.

7. Final Adjustments

• Check ride height: Adjust coilovers if needed to ensure the car sits level.
• Get an alignment: After installing coilovers, always get a professional wheel alignment to ensure proper handling and tire wear.

8. Test Drive

• Take a short, slow drive to ensure everything feels secure and handles as expected.

Installing coilovers on your car can greatly enhance its performance, handling, and appearance. By carefully following the steps and using the correct tools, you can safely swap out the stock suspension for a custom setup. After installation, remember to make necessary adjustments, get a professional alignment, and test drive the car to ensure everything is functioning properly. With coilovers, you’ll have better control over ride height and suspension stiffness, giving you the perfect balance of comfort and performance.