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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Strut Assembly In Compression Tool
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  1. Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
  2. Fasten the strut assembly to the KM-329-A  or J 45400  . See Special Tools . Ensure the hooks are seated on the strut spring properly.
  3. Compress the front spring with the spring compressor.
    4. Fig 2: Piston Rod Nut Removal/Installation Procedure
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  4. Use an open end wrench to hold the threaded piston rod while removing the piston rod nut and the washer with a commercially available double ring spanner, sharply offset.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Strut Components
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    IMPORTANT: Record the position of the front spring locator relative to the strut assembly-to-knuckle bracket. Place the front spring locator back in the same position during assembly.
  5. Remove the upper strut mount, the mount bearing, the upper spring seat, the upper ring insulator, and the hollow bumper.
  6. Release the spring.
  7. Remove the spring and the lower ring insulator.
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