Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Strut, Strut Component Or Spring

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
1	Front Suspension Strut Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure: Using the CH 48845: compressor, compress the front strut assembly. Tighten: 70 N.m (52 lb ft) Special Tools: CH 48845: Spring Compressor For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
2	Front Suspension Strut Washer
3	Front Suspension Strut Mount Bearing
4	Spring Seat Upper
5	Front Spring
6	Front Shock Absorber Boot
7	Front Suspension Strut Bumper
8	Insulator Front Spring Lower
9	Front Suspension Strut