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Disassembly And Assembly: Disassembly

  1. Install Tool (A) to the strut.
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    Tool number (A) : ST35652000 (-)
    CAUTION:

    When installing Tool, wrap a shop cloth around strut to protect it from damage.

  2. Secure tool (A) in a vise.
  3. Install Tool to the strut rod.
    Tool number : - (J-49029)
  4. Slightly loosen the piston rod lock nut.
    WARNING:

    Do not remove the piston rod lock nut completely. If the piston rod lock nut is removed completely, the front coil spring can jump out and may cause serious damage or injury.

  5. Compress the front coil spring using a suitable tool (A).
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    WARNING:

    Make sure that the pawls of the suitable tool are firmly hooked on the front coil spring. The suitable tool must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the front coil spring.

  6. Make sure the front coil spring is free between the strut mount bearing and the lower rubber seat, then remove the piston rod lock nut.
  7. Remove the strut mount insulator and the strut mount bearing.
  8. Remove the bound bumper.
  9. Gradually release the suitable tool, and remove the front coil spring.
  10. Remove the lower rubber seat.
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