Section 75 (Front Suspension): Overhaul: Strut: Disassembly

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Using a coil spring compressor, compress coil spring. See Fig 1 .
Using strut mount socket, remove self-locking nut. See Fig 2 .
Remove strut mount, upper spring seat and rubber seat from strut.
Gradually decreasing compression force, and remove coil spring.
Remove dust cover and helper spring.

Fig 1: Compressing Coil Spring

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Fig 2: Using Strut Mount Socket

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