LSS V6-3.8L VIN K (1997)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
CAUTION: The knuckle must be retained after the strut to knuckle bolts have been removed. Failure to observe this may cause ball joint and/or drive
axle damage.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Loosen strut housing tie bar through-bolts on both ends of tie bar.
2. If Computer Command Ride (CCR) equipped, disconnect CCR electrical connector.
3. Three strut mount nuts, strut to body.
4. Raise vehicle and suitably support by frame allowing control arms to hang free.
5. Wheel and tire.
6. ABS front wheel speed sensor connector.
7. Speed sensor bracket from strut.
8. Brake line bracket from strut.
9. Strut to knuckle bolts.
10. Strut from vehicle.
CAUTION: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or cracking the spring coating when handling the front suspension coil spring.
