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Removal Procedure

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  1. Air Inlet Grille Panel - Remove - Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Trax)Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement (Encore)
    2. Fig 1: Front Suspension Strut Mount Plate Nut Cap
    GM2694600Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Remove the front suspension strut mounting plate nut cap (1).
    3. Fig 2: Socket & Torx(R) Bit
    GM2424066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Use the CH-49375  wrench (2) and a proper size bit to loosen the front suspension strut mounting plate nut.
    4. Fig 3: Front Strut Nut & Retaining Plate
    GM2497571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the front suspension strut mounting plate nut (1) and the front suspension strut mounting plate (2).
  5. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  6. Remove any harnesses or hoses attached to the strut assembly.
  7. Front Stabilizer Shaft Link to Strut Assembly - Separate - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement 
    8. Fig 4: Front Strut Components
    GM2497931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Front Suspension Strut Nut - Remove
  9. Front Suspension Strut Bolt - Remove
    10. Fig 5: Front Strut Assembly
    GM2497960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Remove the front strut assembly from the vehicle (1).
  11. Transfer components as necessary.
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