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Front Strut: Disassembly

  1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring - front.
  2. Using the ST, remove the self-locking nut.

    Preparation tool: 

    ST: STRUT MOUNT SOCKET (20399AG000) 

    NOTE: < Example of coil spring compressor installation >
    The installing position of coil spring compressor varies depending on the coil spring shape and winding number.
    Fig 1: Compressing Coil Spring
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  3. Remove the strut mount - front, spacer - front strut and spring seat - front strut UPR from the strut.
  4. Gradually decrease the compression pressure of compressor, and remove the coil spring - front.
  5. Remove the dust cover - inner and the helper - front strut.
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