Journey FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Overhaul
Front Suspension Strut Assembly - Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE: The strut assembly must be removed from the vehicle for it to be disassembled and assembled. See: Removal and Replacement/Front
Strut / Shock/Removal
For the disassembly and assembly of the strut assembly, use strut spring compressor, teamPSE tool 223-7400, or the equivalent, to compress the coil
spring. Follow the manufacturer's instructions closely.
WARNING: Do not remove the strut rod nut before the coil spring is properly compressed. The coil spring is held under pressure. The coil
spring must be compressed, removing spring tension from the upper mount and bearing, before the strut rod nut is removed.
1. If both struts are being serviced at the same time, mark both the coil spring and strut assembly according to which side of the vehicle the strut is
being removed from.
2. Position the strut assembly (2) in the strut coil spring compressor (1) following the manufacturer's instructions and set the lower and upper hooks
of the compressor on the coil spring. Position the strut clevis bracket (2) straight outward, away from the compressor.
3. Compress the coil spring until all coil spring tension is removed from the upper mount and bearing.
CAUTION: Never use impact or high speed tools to remove the strut rod nut. Damage to the strut internal bearings can occur.
4. Once the spring is sufficiently compressed, install Strut Nut Wrench (2) 9362, on the strut rod nut. Next, install a deep socket (1) on the end of the
strut rod. While holding the strut rod from turning, remove the nut using the strut nut wrench.
