Strut, Suspension, Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
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Gas engine shown in the illustration, electric vehicle (BEV) similar.
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Before proceeding, refer to FRONT, WARNING .
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If both strut assemblies are to be removed, mark the strut assemblies right or left and keep the parts separated to avoid mix-up. Not all parts of the strut assembly are interchangeable side-to-side.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING .
- Remove the wheel mounting bolts (1), then the tire and wheel assembly.
- Separate the speed sensor cable (2) from the strut.
- While holding the stabilizer bar link stud stationary, remove the nut (1) securing the link to the strut.
- While holding the bolt heads stationary, remove the two nuts (2) from the bolts (4) attaching the strut to the knuckle (3).
- Remove the two bolts (4) attaching the strut to the knuckle (3).
- Lower the vehicle just enough to open the hood without allowing the tires to touch the floor.
- Remove the strut cap (1) from the top of the strut mount (2) and discard. A new strut cap will be required for installation.NOTE:
The internal hex of the strut rod must be held stationary while removing the strut mounting nut. Failure to do so will cause internal damage to the strut.
- While holding the internal hex of the strut rod stationary, remove the nut (1) attaching the strut assembly (3) upper mount to the strut tower.
- Remove the rebound plate (2) and strut assembly (3) from the vehicle.
- For disassembly, refer to STRUT, SUSPENSION, ASSEMBLY, DISASSEMBLY .