Neon L4-2.0L SOHC (1995)
Strut Shaft Nut Replacement
5. Using strut nut wrench tool No. L-4558A, or equivalent, and a 10 mm socket and breaker bar to hold strut shaft, remove strut shaft nut.
Fig. 1 Exploded View Of Rear Suspension
6. Remove outer washer, upper strut mount, coil spring, inner washer, dust shield, jounce bumper and spring isolator from strut.
7. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Tighten nuts to specifications.
b. Install inner strut shaft washer with raised edge up and outer strut shaft washer with raised edge down.
c. Transfer alignment marks to any replaced component. Ensure alignment of all components during assembly.
Tension Strut Replacement
1. Using a suitable wrench to prevent tension strut from turning, remove nuts from both ends of tension strut.
2. Remove bushings and washers from tension strut, then remove tension strut.
3. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Tighten nuts to specifications.