Front Strut: Disassembly

Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.
Using a hexagon wrench to prevent strut rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.
CAUTION: When installing the coil spring compressor to the coil spring, follow the operation manual accompanied with the coil spring compressor during operation.

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: Installing Coil Spring Compressor
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Remove the strut mount - front, spacer - front strut, dust cover - front strut and spring seat - front strut UPR from the strut COMPL.
Gradually decrease the compression force of compressor, and remove the coil spring.
Remove the dust cover and helper.