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Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Strut Spring Compressor
G04842759Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  1. Install the strut assembly in the J 45400 using the following procedure.
    1. Adjust the lower legs of the J 45400 to the lowest possible coil of the spring.
    2. Adjust the upper legs of the J 45400 to the highest possible coil of the spring.
    3. Inspect the strut assembly to insure hooks on the strut compress legs are properly installed on the spring coils.
    4. Verify the strut assembly is parallel with the J 45400.
  2. Compress the spring enough to unload the upper strut mount.
    Fig 2: Identifying Spring & Upper Strut Mount
    G04842760Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the absorber rod to rotate during disassembly/reassembly. Use hand tools to keep the absorber rod from rotating. If air tools are used, and the rod is allowed to rotate, damage to the absorber may occur.
  3. Use the J 42991 or equivalent hand tools to remove the strut shaft nut.
    Fig 3: Identifying Equivalent Hand Tools
    G04842761Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    NOTE: Leave the spring in the spring compressor.
  4. Lower the strut from the spring assembly.
    Fig 4: Identifying Lower Strut From Spring Assembly
    G04842762Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
    CAUTION: Do not handle the top mount assembly by the plastic portion. Handle the top mount assembly by the metal portion when removing/installing the top mount from/to the strut assembly. Holding the top mount assembly by the plastic portion may loosen the snap fit of the bearing components and cause the bearing to fall apart.
  5. Remove the upper mount assembly, inspect for damage and deterioration. Replace as necessary.
  6. Remove the strut dust shield and inspect for damage and deterioration. Replace as necessary.
  7. Remove the hollow bumper from the strut shaft and inspect for damage and deterioration. Replace as necessary.
  8. Inspect the spring for damage. Replace as necessary.
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