Replacement

1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
2. Remove brake fluid hose support bracket from strut.
3. On models equipped with ABS, remove speed sensor cable and routing clip from strut.
4. On all models, Loosen but do not remove spindle knuckle to strut clevis bolts. The spindle knuckle to strut clevis bolts are serrated for a tight fit into the knuckle.
CAUTION:
Do not turn bolt when loosening. Turn nut only, or damage to knuckle or bolt will occur.

5. Lower vehicle, then access four upper strut to strut tower mounting nuts. Removing carpeting and dust shield as necessary.
6. Loosen but do not remove upper strut to tower mounting nuts.
7. Using a suitable device, support suspension.
CAUTION:
Do not allow suspension components to hang after removing strut. Do not place support under lateral links or tension strut as they may bend.

8. Remove previously loosened upper strut mounting nuts and strut to spindle knuckle bolts.
9. Slide strut straight back off spindle knuckle, then lower strut from vehicle.
10. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Tighten bolts and nuts to specifications.
b. When tightening spindle knuckle to strut clevis bolts, do not turn bolts, tighten by turning nuts only.
c. Check and adjust rear wheel alignment as outlined under Wheels, Suspension/ Tires and Alignment/ Wheel/ Wheel Alignment.