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Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

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  1. When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown.
    Fig 1: Installing Coil Spring On Strut
    G04205006Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Install the shock absorber mounting insulator as shown in line with lower shock mount and step in lower seat.
    • The step in the strut assembly lower seat faces outside of vehicle.
  3. Tighten the new piston rod lock nut to specification. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    • Use a new piston rod lock nut for assembly.
  4. Remove commercial service tool.
Fig 2: Identifying LH Strut Assembly
G04205007Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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