Disassembly Procedure

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Strut Assembly - Remove - Strut Assembly Removal and Installation

Fig 1: Compressing/Releasing Lower Part Of Shock Spring

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NOTE:

The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.

Install the strut assembly (2) in a suitable spring compressor (1) and compress the front spring.

Fig 2: TORX ® Bit And Special Wrench

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Use a suitable bit (1) and socket (2) to loosen the front suspension strut mount nut.

Fig 3: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring

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Slowly loosen the spring compressor (1) to access the strut assembly components to be serviced.

Fig 4: Strut Components

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Remove the following components:
1. Front Suspension Strut Mount (1)
2. Front Coil Spring Upper Insulator (2)
3. Front Coil Spring (3)
4. Front Suspension Strut Bumper (4)
5. Front Suspension Strut (5)