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Assembly Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Saturn Outlook, 2010 GMC Acadia, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2010 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400  .
    2. Fig 1: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring
    GM743241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
  3. Install the strut to the coil spring and upper strut mount.
  4. Loosely install the strut retaining nut.
    5. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Use a socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Use the J 42991  to install the upper strut mount nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the strut mount nut to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).

  6. Remove the strut from the J 45400  .
  7. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
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