Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove wiper module. Refer to Wiper Motor Module Replacement

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Strut Mounting Nuts

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Remove the upper strut mounting nuts.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 2: Scribing Strut To Knuckle

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Scribe the strut to the steering knuckle.

Fig 3: View Of Steering Knuckle To Strut Bolts

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Remove the strut lower mounting bolts and nuts.
Remove the strut.