Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement

Strut, Strut Component, and Spring Replacement

Special Tools
* J 42991 Strut Rod Nut Socket
* J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor

Disassembly Procedure




1. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Replacement (Strut Replacement).
2. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400 (1).





Note: The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.

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




4. Use a 45 TORX(R) 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.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the strut retaining nut.
Using the J 42991 and a 45 TORX(R) socket, install the strut mount nut.

Tighten the strut mount nut to 70 Nm (52 lb ft).

5. Remove the strut from the J 45400 .
6. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Replacement (Strut Replacement).