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Strut Damper Assembly: Disassembly

  1. Position strut assembly vertical in vise. DO NOT clamp reservoir of strut assembly in vise. Clamp bracket in vise. Compress spring with Spring Compressor (C-4838). Ensure first full top and bottom coils of spring are compressed with spring compressor. Install Strut Shaft Nut Remover (6864) on strut shaft retaining nut. Install 10-mm socket on strut shaft hex head.
    2. CAUTION: DO NOT damage strut rod seal surface. Possible seal leakage can result.
  2. Hold shaft from turning, and remove strut rod nut. Remove upper strut mount assembly. Remove upper spring seat, pivot bearing, and dust shield as an assembly. Remove jounce bumper. Remove coil spring. Note order of component removal for reassembly reference.
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