Montana AWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2004)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): Service and Repair
Front
Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 42991 Strut Rod Nut Socket
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J 45400 Strut Spring Compressor
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
2. Install the strut (2) in the J 45400 (1).
Important: The spring is compressed when the strut moves freely.
3. Turn the spring compressor forcing screw (1) until the coil spring (2) is compressed.
4. Use a 45 TORX (R) socket in order to hold the strut shaft. Use the J 42991 to remove the upper strut mount nut
5. Remove the strut from the J 45400.
6. Loosen the compressor forcing screw (1) until the upper strut mount and coil spring (2) may be removed.
7. Remove the upper strut mount and the coil spring from the J 45400.
Assembly Procedure