Releasing the Spring Strut

Fig 1: Identifying Spring Strut & Control Arm

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For all:

NOTE: If the catch is placed by (2) the rubber boot on the ball joint may be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Spring Strut

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Press out the drive shaft completely. Hang up the spring strut using a retaining strap against the jacking point. Do not damage the ball joint boot. Hang up the drive shaft from a hook 9995045 .
Remove the splash guard under the engine.

Fig 3: Identifying Stub Axle CV Joint Housing Sealing Ring Installed

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CAUTION: Later models have a rubber seal on the constant velocity joint. Do not damage the seal. It will be needed for installation.