To any qualified mechanic,

My friends and I are having trouble installing the front springs on my 2003 C230K sedan. We are having trouble removing the springs of the struts. We are trying to remove the metal sleeve in between the plastic piece and thread. This is pretty urgent......I took the front suspension the the local MB dealership and the technician was scared to even touch it......I don't get what the deal is so many people have lowered there cars before.....I just need a procedure i can follow....


Thanks,
mig888