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Assembly Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Compressor Forcing Screw & Coil Spring
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  1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400  . See Special Tools .
  2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
  3. Install the strut to the coil spring and upper strut mount.
    4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Strut Retaining Nut
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    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the strut retaining nut.

    Using the J 42991  and a 45 TORX® socket, install the strut mount nut. See Special Tools .

    Tighten:  Tighten the strut mount nut to 70 N.m (52 lb ft).

  5. Remove the strut from the J 45400  . See Special Tools .
  6. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Replacement .
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