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Disassembly Procedure

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  1. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY .
  2. Install the strut (1) in the J 34013-B  using adapters J 34013- 971, J-34013-972  and the J 3289-20  .
  3. Turn the compressor forcing screw (3) until the spring compresses slightly.
  4. Use a 45 TORX® socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Remove the strut mount nut by turning with J 42991  .
  5. Install the J 34013-197  to help guide the strut shaft out of the strut upper mount.
  6. Loosen the compressor screw while guiding the strut shaft out of the strut upper mount. Continue loosening the compressor forcing screw until you can remove the strut and the spring.
    Fig 1: Identifying Strut Compression Tools
    G01673353Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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