Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the strut upper nuts.

IMPORTANT: Lift the vehicle using ONLY a frame-contact vehicle lift. Do NOT lift the vehicle using a suspension-contact vehicle lift.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 1: Removing Strut Upper Nuts

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Scribe the strut to the knuckle.

Fig 2: Scribing Strut To Knuckle

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Remove the strut lower bolts and nuts.
Remove the strut.

Fig 3: View Of Steering Knuckle To Strut Bolts

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