Vitara JLS (2Dr) 2WD L4-2.0L (2001)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Front Strut
STRUT DAMPER
REMOVAL
1. Remove strut tower bar (1) (if equipped).
2. Hoist vehicle, allowing front suspension to hang free.
3. Remove wheel.
4. Remove E-ring (1) securing brake hose and take brake hose off strut bracket.
5. If equipped with ABS, remove front wheel speed sensor harness clamp bolt (1).
6. Remove strut bracket bolts (1), then support lower arm (2) with jack (3).