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How to install a torsion spring on garage door.
At this point you will wind the springs.
Failure to install the torsion springs on the correct side will cause your door to function improperly and could result in serious injury.
Begin by turning the spring up 1 4 turn until it meets resistance.
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.
You will be winding up on the torsion spring.
If your garage door isn t operating properly the torsion springs are likely to blame.
Just a video showing how to change out broken garage door torsion springs with new ones.