Begin by turning the spring up 1 4 turn until it meets resistance.
How to install a torsion spring on garage door.
If you re concerned about tackling this project on your own consider hiring out the job to a professional.
If your garage door isn t operating properly the torsion springs are likely to blame.
At this point you will wind the springs.
Black winding cone torsion springs are used on the right side of the door and red winding cone torsion springs are used on the left side of the door when viewing the door from the inside looking out.
Just a video showing how to change out broken garage door torsion springs with new ones.
Failure to install the torsion springs on the correct side will cause your door to function improperly and could result in serious injury.
Otherwise replace both the left and right springs at the same time to save yourself from having to do the job twice.