You "do not" need a strut spring compressor to change the struts on a 1998 ford escort.
Place the front of the car on jack stands, and remove the front tires.
Disconnect and remove the 2 bolts (at the bottom of the strut) that attach the strut to the knuckle (you may need air impact to break them free).
Remove the brake lines from the line retainer on the strut: If you open the brake lines you will need brake fluid, and need to bleed the brake system (to avoid opening the brake system, cut the line retainer from the old strut).
Inside the hood remove the circular cap that covers the top retaining nut on the strut. Remove the top retaining nut, then remove the strut.
Install new struts in reverse. To align the new strut to the knuckle, use a screwdriver to start the aligment, then insert the retaining bolts. If you cut the brake line retainers from the old struts, use plastic zip ties to attach the brake lines to the new struts.
Those who actually work on these vehicles daily know "YOU DO NOT NEED A STRUT SPRING COMPRESSOR" to do the job. When the strut is extended to it's fullest point the "A" arm will allow enough clearance to do the job without a spring compressor. It's a simple job, and if you do them frequently as I do, you know how to do the job timely, and effectively.
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it has springs outside surrounding the struts!!!!!!!!!!!!!you need a spring compressor
do u have a strut spring compressor.
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