Disassemble Procedure
- Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
- Install the strut to the following components:
- J 34013-B
- J 34013-971
- J-34013-972
- Rotate the 34013 J-B forcing screw (3) until the spring compresses slightly.
- Use the T 45 TORX® and the J 42991 in order to remove the strut shaft nut.
- Install the J 34013-197
to help guide the strut shaft out of the strut upper mount.NOTE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.
- Loosen the compressor forcing screw while guiding the strut shaft out of the strut upper mount. Continue loosening the compressor forcing screw until you can remove the strut and the spring.