Strut Assembly Removal and Installation (Front Suspension)

Make: Vauxhall
Model: Astra J
Section: Front Suspension › Repair Instructions › Strut Assembly Removal and Installation

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Strut Assembly Removal and Installation

CH 49375 Wrench

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1.	Remove the plenum water deflector. Refer to Plenum Water Deflector Replacement - Center .

2.	Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

3.	Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

4.	Separate the brake hose (1) from the shock absorber.

5.	Remove and DISCARD steering knuckle nuts and bolts (1).

6.	Remove the stabilizer shaft link nut (1) from the front strut.

7.	Lower the vehicle.

8.	Open the hood.

9.	Remove the upper strut mount nut (1), use the CH 49375 wrench .

10.	Remove the strut mounting plate (2).

11.	Separate the front strut from the knuckle.

12.	Disconnect electrical connector, if equipped.

13.	Remove the front strut assembly from the vehicle.

14.	For servicing the individual strut components, refer to Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement .

1.	Install the front strut assembly.

2.	Connect electrical connector, if equipped.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .

3.	Install the strut mounting plate (2).

4.	Install the upper strut mount nut (1), using the CH 49375 wrench and tighten to 45 N·m (34 lb ft) .

5.	Insert the front strut in the knuckle.

Warning: Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Warning .

6.	Install NEW steering knuckle nuts and bolts (1) and tighten to 90 N·m (66 lb ft) +60-70 degrees .

7.	Install the stabiliser shaft link nut (1) and tighten to 65 N·m (48 lb ft) .

8.	Install the brake hose (1) to the strut.

9.	Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

10.	Lower the vehicle.

11.	Install the plenum water deflector. Refer to Plenum Water Deflector Replacement - Center .

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