GTO V8-6.0L VIN U (2005)
7. Install the spring (13) to the strut housing (12).Install the straight projecting lower end of the spring to the lower spring seat.
8. Use the J45400, or equivalent, in order to compress the spring.
9. Install the strut bumper (7).
10. Install the spring upper insulator (14).Install the step on the upper insulator to the straight projecting upper end of the spring.
11. Install the upper spring seat (6).Ensure the double notch in the upper flange of the upper spring seat is on the inboard side of the strut assembly.
12. Pull the strut rod to the maximum length.
13. If the strut rod nut is on the strut rod, remove the strut rod nut.
14. Install the strut bearing (4) to the upper spring seat in the same orientation as in the removal procedure. Ensure the narrow outer section faces
towards the upper spring seat collar.
15. Install the lower washerless the dish shape side of the lower washer faces downward.
16. Install the strut mount. Ensure the lower washer does not bind with the lower edge of the mount.
17. Install the upper washerless the dish shape side of the upper washer faces upward.
18. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the strut mount nut (2).Use a wrench in order to hold the end of the strut rod shaft (1).
Tighten the nut to 78 Nm (58 ft. lbs.).
19. Install the strut dust shield to the upper spring seat. Fit the upper end of the strut dust shield over the lower flange of the spring seat collar.
20. Install a NEW strap in order to retain the strut dust shield to the upper spring seat.
21. Remove the strut assembly from the J45400, or equivalent.
22. Install the strut assembly to the vehicle.
