Voyager V6-3.3L VIN G Flex Fuel (2000)
10. Remove the dust shield and jounce bumper as an assembly from the strut shaft by pulling both straight up and off the strut shaft. The dust shield
cannot be separated from the jounce bumper until after it is removed from strut shaft.
11. Remove the jounce bumper from the dust shield. The jounce bumper is removed from the dust shield by collapsing the dust shield until the jounce
bumper can be pulled free from the dust boot.
12. Remove the spring isolator from the lower spring seat on the strut.
13. Inspect the strut assembly components for the following and replace as necessary:
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Inspect the strut for any condition of shaft binding over the full stroke of the shaft.
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Check the upper mount for cracks and distortion and its retaining studs for any sign of damage.
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Check the upper seat for severe deterioration of the rubber isolator
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Check for binding of the strut assembly pivot bearing.
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Inspect the dust shield for rips and deterioration.
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Inspect the jounce bumper for cracks and signs of deterioration.
ASSEMBLY
NOTE: If the coil spring has been removed from the spring compressor, proceed with the next step, otherwise, proceed with step 5.
