Intrepid V6-3.5L VIN K (2003)
4. Install Strut Nut Socket, Special Tool 6864, on the strut shaft retaining nut. Next, install a socket on the hex on the end of the strut shaft. While
holding the strut shaft from turning, remove the nut from the strut shaft.
5. Remove the upper mount from the strut shaft.
6. Remove the clamp from the bottom of the coil spring and remove the strut out through the bottom of the coil spring.
NOTE:
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If the seat and bearing, upper spring isolator, dust boot, or coil spring need to be serviced, proceed with the next step, otherwise, proceed with
step 9.
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Before removal of the seat and bearing from the spring, note the flat on the inboard side of the seat and bearing outer perimeter. This must
align with the inboard side of the strut (or rear of the clevis bracket) on reassembly. Also note the coil spring ending at the stop built into the
seat and upper isolator.
7. Remove the seat and bearing, upper spring isolator and dust shield as an assembly from the top of the coil spring by pulling them straight up. They
can be separated once removed from the vehicle. The jounce bumper cup may also come off when the assembly is removed. Check inside the dust
shield.
NOTE: Before releasing the tension on the coil spring, note the position of the coil end on the upper end of the coil spring. When reinstalled, it must be
positioned in the same spot for proper alignment of the seat and bearing, and the strut.
8. Release the tension from the coil spring by backing off the compressor drive fully. Push back the compressor hooks and remove the coil spring.