Rear

Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement

Tools Required
^ J42991 Strut Rod Nut Socket
^ J45400 Strut Spring Compressor

Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the strut from the vehicle.





2. Install the strut (2) in the J45400 (1).

Important: 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 socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Remove the upper strut mount nut by turning with J42991.
5. Remove the strut from the J45400.





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 J45400.

Assembly Procedure





1. Install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J45400.
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.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





4. Install the strut retaining nut.
Using the J42991 and a 45 TORX socket, install the strut mount nut.
Tighten the strut mount nut to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the strut from the J45400.
6. Install the strut to the vehicle.