Assembly Procedure

Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400 .
Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
Install the strut to the coil and upper strut mount.

Fig 1: Installing Strut To Coil & Upper Strut Mount
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the strut retaining nut.
Using the J 42991 and a 45 TORX® socket, install the strut mount nut.

Tighten

Tighten the strut mount nut to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Strut Retaining Nut
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Remove the strut from the J 45400 .
Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .