The replacement of struts is a difficult process even with the proper tools. The vehicle needs to be supported tire removed, and then the strut assembly needs removed from both the strut tower at the top (under hood) and then the lower control arm at the bottom. Once the assembly is removed, the strut itself needs taken apart to access the actual shock inside the assembly. At this point, the coil spring on the strut needs to be compressed and then the shock needs removed from the assembly. PLEASE NOTE: Do not try to compress the coil with anything other than a cerfitied tool for that job. The coil spring is very strong and if it slips after being compressed, it can literally kill you if it shoots off and hits you in the right way. It's not a toy. After the shock is removed and replaced from the assembly, the part just gets replaced in the opposite order. When everything is back together, the vehicle will need an alignment. The lower bolt that holds the strut in place is a camber bolt that adjust the wheel's camber alignment.
If you have never done this before, I recommend having someone with you that is experienced.
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Thursday, January 13th, 2011 AT 7:22 PM
