Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle and provide suitable support. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assemblies from the front and the rear axles. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement in Front Suspension.
- Place the strut in a vise and file the hole lateral - oblong. Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2) with after filing (3).
- File the lower strut-to-knuckle attaching hole for a front camber adjustment.