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Assembly Procedure

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    Fig 1: Strut Components
    GM2511340Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the front suspension strut (5), front suspension strut bumper (4), front spring (3), front spring insulator (2) and the front suspension strut mount assembly (1) in the spring compressor.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring
    GM743241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Use the spring compressor (1) to compress the front spring (2).
  3. Install the front suspension strut mount nut and tighten as much as possible by hand.
    4. Fig 3: View Of TORX(R) Bit And Special Wrench
    GM2452042Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Use a suitable bit (1) and socket (2) to tighten the front suspension strut mount nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
  5. Remove the strut assembly from the spring compressor.
  6. Install the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
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