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Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Overhaul
Front Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly

Front Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly

Exploded View

NOTE:

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When compressing the damper spring, use a commercially available strut spring compressor (Branick MST-580A or Model 7200, or equivalent)
according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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Refer to the Exploded View as needed during the following procedure.

Disassembly

1. Compress the damper spring, then remove the self-locking nut (A) while holding the damper shaft with a hex wrench (B). Do not compress the

damper spring more than is necessary to remove the self-locking nut.

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