Front Suspension
Strut, Strut Component, or 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 Assembly Removal and Installation Strut Assembly Removal and Installation.
2. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400 - strut spring compressor (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 - strut rod nut socket.
5. Remove the strut from the J 45400 - strut spring compressor.
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 - strut spring compressor.
Assembly Procedure
1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400 - strut spring compressor.
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 - strut rod nut socket 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 - strut spring compressor.
6. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation Strut Assembly Removal and Installation.