Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement

Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 42991 Strut Rod Nut Socket
- J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor

Disassembly Procedure





1. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
2. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400 (1).





3. Important: The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.

Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring (2) is compressed.





4. Use a 45 TORX socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Remove the upper strut mount nut by turning with J 42991.
5. Remove the strut from the J 45400.





6. Loosen the compressor forcing screw (1) until the upper strut mount and coil spring (2) may be removed.
7. Remove the upper strut mount and the coil spring from the J 45400.

Assembly Procedure





1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400.
2. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring is compressed.
3. Install the strut to the coil spring and upper strut mount.





4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the strut retaining nut. Using the J 42991 and a 45 TORX socket, install the strut mount nut.
^ Tighten the strut mount nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the strut from the J 45400.
6. Install the strut to the vehicle.