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Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

Fig 1: Suspension Strut, Strut Component, or Spring
GM2600438Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
1 Front Suspension Strut Nut
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedure 
Using the CH 48845  compressor , compress the front strut assembly.
NOTE:

When disassembling the front strut assembly, note the orientation of all the components to ensure that they are installed in the proper position.


Tighten 
70 (52 lb ft)
Special Tools 
CH 48845  Spring Compressor
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
2 Front Suspension Strut Mount Washer
3 Front Suspension Strut Mount
NOTE:

Note the position of the keyway in the front strut suspension strut mount.

4 Front Spring
5 Front Suspension Strut Bumper Retainer
6 Front Suspension Shield
7 Front Suspension Strut Bumper
8 Front Spring Lower Insulator
9 Front Suspension Strut