Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
- Place the strut assembly into the J 45400 strut spring compressor.
- Adjust the compressing arms to contact the coils farthest away from the center of the spring.
- Using the J 45400 strut spring compressor, compress the spring to remove the spring tension from the upper strut mount.
- Remove the strut shaft nut, while holding the strut shaft.
- Lower the strut from the spring and the J 45400 strut spring compressor.
- Remove the upper strut mount assembly and mount bearing. Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
- Remove the upper spring seat and insulator from the spring and the J 45400 strut spring compressor. Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
- Using the J 45400 strut spring compressor, remove the spring tension in order to remove the spring. Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
- Remove the dust shield and jounce bumper assembly from the strut shaft. Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
- Remove the lower spring seat insulator. Inspect for damage and replace as necessary.
IMPORTANT:
Before removing the strut shaft nut, support the strut to prevent the strut from falling.