Front Damper/Spring: Disassembly

NOTE:

When compressing the damper spring, use a commercially available strut spring compressor (Branick MST-580A or Model 7200, or equivalent) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedure.

Damper/Spring - Disassemble

Fig 1: Damper/Spring With Torque Specifications

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1. Remove the cap (A).

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2. Compress the damper spring.

NOTE: Do not compress the spring more than necessary to remove the nut.

3. Remove the self-locking nut (A) with the strut nut adapter (B) while holding the damper shaft with a hex wrench (C).

4. Release the pressure from the strut spring compressor.

5. Disassemble the damper as shown in the Exploded View.