Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement

DISASSEMBLE PROCEDURE
^ Tools Required:
- J 3289-20 Holding Fixture
- J 34013-B Strut Compressor
- J 34013-20 Damper Rod Clamp
- J 34013-38 Alignment Rod

NOTICE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

1. Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT.





2. Install the strut (1) in the J 34013-B and the J 3289-20.
3. Turn the compressor forcing screw (3) until the spring compresses slightly.





4. Use a 50 Torx(R) socket (3) in order to hold the strut shaft. Remove the strut mount by turning with a 24 mm wrench (2).





5. Install the J 34013-38 in order to help guide the strut shaft out of the strut.
6. Loosen the compressor screw while guiding the strut shaft out of the strut. Continue loosening the compressor screw until you can remove the strut and the spring.

ASSEMBLE PROCEDURE

Important: When assembling the strut mount to the strut, orient the mount such that the mount stud without the hole next to it is lined up above the opening in the strut-to-knuckle attachment bracket. This should orient the wedge/bearing/upper spring seat such that the angle of the upper spring seat is approximately parallel to the angle of the lower spring seat. If it does not, rotate the wedge on the mount (keeping the mount oriented as described above) until the upper spring seat is approximately parallel to the lower spring seat.





1. Assemble the strut (1) in the J 34013-B with the J 34013-20 clamped to the strut shaft.
2. Insert the spring over the strut in the correct position and move the spring upright in the strut compressor. Install the upper locking pin (2).





3. Insert the J 34013-38 into the strut (1) in order to guide the strut shaft.
4. Start turning the compressor screw (3) clockwise on J 34013-B, while guiding J 34013-38 to the center strut shaft.
5. Continue to turn the compressor, forcing the screw on the strut compressor until the strut shaft threads are visible through the top of the strut.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.





6. Attach the washer and the nut. Remove the J 34013-20 from the strut shaft.

Tighten
Tighten the strut mount nut to 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.) with a 24 mm wrench (2) while holding the strut shaft with a 50 Torx(R) socket (3).

7. Remove the strut (1) from the strut compressor.
8. Install the strut to vehicle. Refer to STRUT REPLACEMENT.