Front Strut: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note. >
NOTE: For models other than STI model, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the front wheels.
Remove the strut assembly.
1. Place an alignment mark (a) on the adjusting bolt and the strut.
2. Remove the brake hose bracket.
3. Remove the clamp of ABS wheel speed sensor harness.
4. Remove the adjusting bolts and flange bolts for the strut assembly.
  CAUTION: While holding the adjusting bolt side, tighten the nut side.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Strut Assembly Flange Bolts
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5. Remove the three nuts securing strut mount to body.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Strut Mount Nuts
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