The local dealer wants 650.00 to replace the 2 rear coils. Is this a reasonably easy DIY job? Is a spring compressor necessary? Any procedural suggestions or hints will be greatly appreciated.

Dealing with springs is always dangerous!

That job should take about 1-1.5 hrs for BOTH sides.

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I agree. I have done many front spring/strut replacements, but not rear. Just wanted to know if any special tools required or just a lot of time/patience and SAFETY.

Thanks Brian

I've done a few on earlier models.

I wouldn't do it again - not for the fait hearted. I've also had compressors fail - thats what has put me off. My opinion is that $650 is worth it.

Although, the back in earlier models were easy. I don't recall using a compressor - just a jack and lowering the LCA. DO NOT try this on the front springs though - DEATH is a possibilty!

All that said. I would take it to the dealer.