Removal Procedure

Remove the strut upper nuts.

Fig 1: Strut Upper Nuts
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NOTE: Lift the vehicle using ONLY a frame-contact vehicle lift. DO NOT lift the vehicle using a suspension-contact vehicle lift.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the tire and wheel.
Scribe the strut to the knuckle.

Fig 2: Scribe The Strut To The Knuckle
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Remove the strut lower bolts and nuts.
Remove the strut.

Fig 3: Strut Bolts/Nuts

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