Removal & Disassembly (Protege & 323)
- Raise vehicle and remove rear wheel. Remove Adjustable Shock Absorber (ASA) actuator (if equipped). See Figure. Remove 2 upper strut-to-body mount nuts. Remove brake hose "C" clip from lower strut mount. Remove lower strut mount bolts.
- Clamp strut securely in soft-jawed vise. Compress coil spring. Remove lower lock nut and washer. Remove remaining components and note order for reassembly.