Sunfire L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2001)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Strut, Strut Component and/or Spring Replacement
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Tools Required
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J34013-B Strut Compressor
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J3289-20 Holding Fixture
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J34013-88 Strut Compressor Adapter
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement.
2. Mount the J34013-B into the J3289-20.
3. Install the strut assembly into the J34013-B using the J34013-88.
4. Compress the coil spring.
5. Remove the dust cap (1).
6. Remove the strut rod piston nut (2).
7. Release the compressed spring (10).
8. Remove the strut assembly from the J34013-B
9. Remove the following components from the strut:
9.1.
The strut support (3)
9.2.
The dust seal (4)
9.3.
The spring seat (5)
9.4.
The upper insulator (6)
9.5.
The coil spring (10)
9.6.
The spring bumper (7)
9.7.
The lower insulator (9)
Installation Procedure