Cutlass V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1998)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Strut Replacement (Unit Repair)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required:
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J 3289-20 Holding Fixture
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J 34013-B Strut Compressor
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J 34013-20 Dampener Rod Clamp
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J 34013-27 Alignment Rod
NOTICE: Care should be taken to avoid scratching or cracking the spring coating when handling the front suspension coil spring. Damage can cause
premature failure.
1. Mount the J 34013-B in the J 3289-20.
2. Mount the strut into the J 3289-20. Ensure that the J 34013-B has the strut mounting holes drilled for a specific car line.
3. Compress the strut approximately 1/2 its height after the initial contact with the cap. Do not bottom the spring or dampen the rod.
4. Remove the nut (2) from the strut dampener shaft.
5. Place the, J 34013-27 on-top Of the dampener shaft.
Use this rod to guide the dampen shaft straight down through the bearing cap while decompressing the spring.