Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J (2002)
1.5.
The spring seat (5)
1.6.
The dust seal (4)
1.7.
The strut mount (3)
2. Mount the strut assembly into the J 34013-B using the J 34013-88.
3. Identify the orientation of the spring seat (1), the strut mount (3), then compress the coil spring.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the strut rod piston nut and hold the strut rod, at the top, from turning.
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Tighten the strut rod piston nut (2) to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the dust cap (1).
6. Release the compressed coil spring (10).
