Front Suspension: Overhaul: Strut: Disassembly

1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress coil spring. See Fig 1 .
2. Using strut mount socket, remove self-locking nut. See Fig 2 .
3. Remove strut mount, upper spring seat and rubber seat from strut.
4. Gradually decreasing compression force, and remove coil spring.
5. Remove dust cover and helper spring.

Fig 1: Compressing Coil Spring

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Fig 2: Using Strut Mount Socket

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