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Assembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400  .
  2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
  3. Install the strut to the coil and upper strut mount.
    Fig 1: Installing Strut To Coil & Upper Strut Mount
    G01569460Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. 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
    G01569461Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the strut from the J 45400  .
  6. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
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