Disassembly

CAUTION: STRUT SPRING IS UNDER A HIGH COMPRESSIVE LOAD. DO NOT REMOVE THE STRUT SHAFT TO UPPER SUPPORT NUT WITHOUT FIRST RELIEVING THE UPPER AND LOWER SPRING SUPPORTS OF SPRING PRESSURE, USING THE PROPER SPRING COMPRESSING TOOL.





1. Mount strut spring compressor (SA9155S or equivalent) in holding fixture.
2. Place strut/spring assembly into spring compressor. Fasten strut with a strut-to-knuckle bolt and nut through the lower strut mounting hole.
3. Compress spring enough to completely unload the upper spring supports.





4. Remove the strut shaft nut using a wrench, while holding the shaft with a TORX(R) socket.





5. Release spring compressor and tilt strut assembly outward.
6. Remove upper spring support. Inspect rubber for cracks or deterioration.
7. Remove spring from strut. Inspect spring for damage.
8. Remove dust shield assembly. Inspect for cracks or deterioration.
9. Remove strut from compressor. Extend and retract strut shaft and check for smooth, even resistance.