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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the following components to the strut:
    • The lower insulator (9)
    • The spring bumper (7)
    • The coil spring (10)
    • The upper insulator (6)
    • The spring seat (5)
    • The dust seal (4)
    • The strut support (3). See Figure
  2. Mount the strut assembly into the J 34013-6  using the J 34013-88  . See Figure.
  3. Compress the coil spring (10).
    NOTE: See Fastener Notice 
  4. Install the strut rod piston nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the strut rod piston nut (2) to 47 N.m (34 ft lbs).

  5. Pack the strut support with the wheel bearing lubricant GM P/N 1051344 (Canadian P/N 933037), or equivalent.
  6. Install the dust cap (1).
  7. Release the compressed coil spring (10).
  8. Remove the strut from the J 34013-B 
  9. Install the strut assembly. See Strut Assembly Replacement .
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