Galant LS V6-3.0L SOHC (1999)
2. Use the special tool MB991682 to secure the strut, and then remove the jam nut by special tool M13991681.
<From Oct. 1998>
WARNING: Do not use an impact wrench to remove the jam nut. Vibration of the impact wrench will cause special tools MB991237 and
MB991238 to slip and cause bodily harm.
2. Use special tool MB991176 to secure the strut, and then remove the jam nut.
<B>Strut Assembly Removal
WARNING: Wear goggles when drilling to protect your eyes from flying metal debris.
The gas must be discharged from the strut assembly before discarding it. Place the assembly horizontally with its piston rod extended. Then drill a
hole of approximately 3 mm (0.1 inch) in diameter at the location shown in the illustration and discharge the gas.
Assembly Service Point
>A<Jam Nut Installation
CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the bolt of special tool MB991237, otherwise the special tool will break.
1. With the coil spring held compressed by special tools MB991237 and MB991238, temporarily tighten the jam nut.
