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Assembly Procedure

  1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400. 
  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.
    Fig 1: Compressor Forcing Screw
    G01490309Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  4. Install the strut retaining nut.

    Using the J 42991  and a 45 TORX® socket, install the strut mount nut.

    Tighten 

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

  5. Remove the strut from the J 45400. 
  6. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY for rear.
    Fig 2: Installing Strut Mounting Nut
    G01490310Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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