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Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Removing Strut Tower Bolts
GM402795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the upper strut mounting bolts.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    Fig 2: Disconnecting/Reconnecting Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM105002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor wiring harness.
  5. Remove the wheel speed sensor bracket from the strut.
    6. Fig 3: Locating Brake Hose Retainer Bolt
    GM420704Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the brake line bracket mounting bolt and bracket from the strut.
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Strut to Steering Knuckly Mounting Nuts & Bolts
    GM104991Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the strut to steering knuckle bolts and nuts.
  8. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
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