Front Strut and Spring Assembly: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component to the left-hand side.

1.

Remove the nuts and position aside the remote brake fluid reservoir.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

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2.

Remove the strut and spring assembly upper mount nuts.
Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

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4.
- Detach the retainer and disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness from the strut and spring assembly bracket.
- Remove the stabilizer bar link upper nut and detach the link from the strut.
  Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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5.

Remove the brake flexible hose bracket bolt and disconnect the hose from the strut and spring assembly.
Torque: 19 lb.ft (26 Nm)

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