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Disassembly Procedure

  1. Remove the front suspension strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
    2. Fig 1: Strut And Strut Spring Compressor
    GM743246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the front suspension strut in the CH 6066  compressor (1).
    3. NOTE:

    The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.

  3. Using the CH 6066  compressor (1), compress the front spring (2).
    4. Fig 2: View Of TORX(R) Bit And Special Wrench
    GM2452042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Using a TORX® bit (1) and the CH 35669  wrench (2), remove the front suspension strut nut.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring
    GM743241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the front suspension strut mount and the front spring (2) from the CH 6066  compressor (1).
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