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Strut, Strut Component, or Spring Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Strut, Strut Component Or Spring
GM2018650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the strut assembly. Refer to Strut Assembly Replacement .
1 Front Suspension Strut Nut
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure: 
Using the CH 48845:  compressor, compress the front strut assembly.

Tighten:  70 N.m (52 lb ft)


Special Tools: 
CH 48845:  Spring Compressor
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
2 Front Suspension Strut Washer
3 Front Suspension Strut Mount Bearing
4 Spring Seat Upper
5 Front Spring
6 Front Shock Absorber Boot
7 Front Suspension Strut Bumper
8 Insulator Front Spring Lower
9 Front Suspension Strut
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