Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle and provide suitable support. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY .
- Place the strut in a vise and file the upper strut-to-knuckle hole lateral (oblong). Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2) with after filing (3).