Front

REMOVAL

1. Remove stabilizer connecting rod.





2. Remove strut assembly fixing bolts and nuts (to hood-ledge)

3. Reverse procedure to install.

NOTE: Do not remove piston rod lock nut on vehicle.


DISASSEMBLY





1. Set strut assembly on vise, then loosen piston rod lock nut.

WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE PISTON ROD LOCK NUT AT THIS TIME.

2. Compress spring with Tool so that the strut mounting insulator can be turned by hand.

WARNING: MAKE SURE THE PAWLS OF THE TWO SPRING COMPRESSORS ARE FIRMLY HOOKED ON THE SPRING. THE SPRING COMPRESSORS MUST BE TIGHTENED ALTERNATELY SO AS NOT TO TILT THE SPRING.





3. Remove piston rod lock nut.

INSPECTION

Strut Assembly
- Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension.
- Check for oil leakage on welded or gland packing portion.
- Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage.
- Replace if necessary.

Strut Mounting Insulator And Rubber Parts
- Check cemented rubber-to-metal portion for separation or cracks. Check rubber parts for deterioration.
- Replace if necessary.

Strut Mounting Bearing
- Check thrust bearing parts for abnormal noise or excessive rattle in axial direction. Replace if necessary.

Coil Spring
- Check for cracks, deformation or other damage. Replace if necessary.

ASSEMBLY





1. When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown in the figure.





2. Install upper spring seat with its cutout facing the inner side of vehicle.