Removal & Installation: Struts: Reassembly

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Install strut unit on a commercially available strut spring compressor (A). Assemble strut in reverse order of removal except for washer and self-locking nut. Align bottom of strut spring and spring lower seat (B). See Fig 1 .
Position mount base (A) on strut unit. See Fig 2 . Compress strut spring with spring compressor.
Install rubber bushing, washer (A), and a NEW 10 mm self-locking nut (B). See Fig 3 .

Fig 1: Reassembling Strut

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Fig 2: Positioning Strut Unit For Reassembly

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Fig 3: Installing Rubber Bushing & Washer

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