GTO V8-6.0L VIN U (2005)
12. Use the J45400, or equivalent, in order to release the compression on the spring.
13. Remove the spring (13).
14. Remove and discard the strut shield clamp (11).
15. Remove the strut dust shield (9) and filter (10) assembly from the strut.
Installation Procedure
1. Important: Do not grip the strut rod with any tools below the hex shaped portion.
Hold the strut rod and the strut housing.
2. Pull the strut rod to the maximum length.
3. Install the strut dust shield (1) assembly.
4. Ensure the filter (2) remains seated inside the boot portion of the strut dust shield.
5. Position the strut dust shield on the strut housing tube.
The distance (a) between the bottom of the strut dust shield and the bottom of the lower spring seat is 30 mm to 35 mm.
6. Install a NEW clamp in order to retain the strut dust shield to the strut housing tube.
