Strut Assembly: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, 1996 Oldsmobile LSS, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, and 1996 Buick LeSabre. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
DO NOT remove nut from top of strut rod unless coil spring has been compressed. Coil spring is under extreme pressure. If nut is removed without first compressing spring, coil spring will violently decompress, possibly resulting in severe personal injury.
CAUTION:
After separating strut from steering knuckle, support steering knuckle in upright position to prevent damage to components. DO NOT overextend axle shaft CV joints. DO NOT chip or crack coil spring coating. Coil spring may fail if coating is damaged.