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Disassembly Procedure

  1. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
  2. Fig 1: Compressing/Releasing Lower Part Of Shock Spring
    GM743246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400  (1). See Special Tools .
  4. NOTE: The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.
  5. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw until the coil spring is compressed.
  6. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Strut Retaining Nut
    GM1079158Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Using a TORX® socket and a strut rod socket, remove the upper strut mount nut.
  8. Fig 3: Compressing Coil Spring
    GM743241Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the upper strut mount and the coil spring from the J 45400  . See Special Tools .
  10. Remove the strut (2) from the J 45400  . See Special Tools .