Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

Fig 1: Strut Components And Spring

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: To prevent personal injury and/or component damage, use the proper tools to support and compress the coil spring prior to removal of the strut shaft nut when removing the coil spring. The coil spring is under extreme pressure and can become a projectile should the spring separate from the strut before all of the tension is relieved. Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation .
1	Front Suspension Strut Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Use the CH-48845 compressor to compress the front strut assembly. Use the CH-49375 spanner and a suitable tool to remove the front suspension strut nut. Tighten 70 (52 lb ft) Special Tool CH-48845 Strut Spring Compressor CH-49375 Spanner For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
2	Front Suspension Strut Mount Washer
3	Front Suspension Strut Mount
4	Front Coil Spring Upper Insulator
5	Front Coil Spring
6	Front Shock Absorber Boot
7	Front Suspension Strut Bumper Inspect the front suspension strut bumper for the following: Cracks or structural damage Wetness from oil contamination Loose fit to strut rod or excessive play from damage to the inner diameter retention fingers If any issues are noted, replace the front suspension strut bumper.
8	Front Coil Spring Lower Insulator
9	Front Suspension Strut