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Front Strut: Removal

  1. Remove the front wheels. Ref. to WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM>TIRE AND WHEEL>REMOVAL .
  2. Disconnect the front stabilizer link (upper).
    1. Remove the nut.
    2. Disconnect the front stabilizer link (upper).
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  3. Remove the brake hose bracket.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the brake hose bracket.
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  4. Disconnect the sensor sub assembly front.
    1. Remove the bolt.
    2. Remove the harness clip.
    3. Disconnect the sensor sub assembly front.
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  5. Remove the strut assembly.
    1. Place an alignment mark (A) on the adjusting bolt and the strut assembly.
    2. Remove the adjusting bolts and the bolts.
      CAUTION: Turn and remove the nut while holding the bolt side.
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    3. Remove the nut.
    4. Remove the strut assembly.
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