Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Strut Assembly To Body Bolts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the 3 upper strut mount bolts.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Fig 2: View Of Brake Hose Bracket & Strut Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the brake hose bracket bolt from the strut assembly.

Fig 3: Identifying Stabilizer Link Retaining Nut

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the stabilizer link nut and separate the link from the strut assembly.

Fig 4: Identifying Steering Knuckle To Strut Bolts & Nuts

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the lower strut bolts and nuts.
Remove the strut assembly from the vehicle.