Removal (Except Odyssey)
WARNING:
Strut contains pressurized nitrogen gas. To dispose of properly, drill a 5/64" (2.0 mm) hole at base of strut. Always wear eye protection when drilling.
On Prelude with Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS), remove cotter pin and radius rod ball joint nut. Use Ball Joint Remover (07MAC-SL00200) to separate ball joint. On all models, raise and support front of vehicle. Remove wheel assembly and brake hose clamp from strut. Remove strut-to-fork self-locking pinch bolt and strut fork bolt. Remove strut fork assembly. Remove cap and nuts from top of strut. Remove strut assembly.