Installation Procedure

Install the following components to the strut:

Fig 1: Identifying Strut Components
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1. 1.1. The lower insulator (9)
2. 1.2. The spring bumper (7)
3. 1.3. The coil spring (10)
4. 1.4. The upper insulator (6)
5. 1.5. The spring seat (5)
6. 1.6. The dust seal (4)
7. 1.7. The strut support (3)
Mount the strut assembly into the J 34013-B using the J 34013-88.

Fig 2: Identifying Strut Spring Compressor Special Tools
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Compress the coil spring (10).

Fig 3: Identifying Strut Components
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the strut rod piston nut and hold the strut rod, at the top, from turning. Tighten the strut rod piston nut (2) to 75 N.m (55 lb ft).
Install the dust cap (1).
Release the compressed coil spring (10).
Remove the strut from the J 34013-B

Fig 4: Identifying Strut Spring Compressor Special Tools
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Install the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .