Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement

Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

Tools Required

- J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor

Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation Strut Assembly Replacement.






2. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400 (1).

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

3. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw until the coil spring is compressed.






4. Use a 10 mm allen wrench in order to hold the strut shaft. Use a strut rod socket or equivalent to remove the upper strut mount nut.
5. Loosen the compressor forcing screw until the upper strut mount and coil spring may be removed.






6. Remove the upper strut mount and the coil spring from the J 45400.
7. Remove the strut (2) 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. Loosely install the strut retaining nut.






Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Use a 10 mm allen wrench in order to hold the strut shaft. Use a strut rod socket or equivalent to Install the upper strut mount nut.

Tighten
Tighten the strut mount nut to 75 Nm (55 lb ft).

6. Remove the strut from the J 45400.
7. Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to Strut Assembly Removal and Installation Strut Assembly Replacement.