Strut Assembly: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Infiniti I35 and 2003 Infiniti I35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Place strut in a vise. Loosen piston rod nut. Using Spring Compressor (HT7178000), compress coil spring. Remove piston rod nut, strut mounting insulator case, bearing and dust seal. Remove spring seat, coil spring, rubber bumper and dust cover.