Strut spring compressor, Branick MST-580A or Model 7200 or equivalent, commercially available
Removal
- Raise the front of the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels.
- Remove the cotter pin (A) from the tie-rod end ball joint and remove the nut (B).
- Disconnect the tie-rod end from the steering arm on the damper using the special tool (see page 18-9).
- Remove the bolts (A) and remove the wheel sensor harness bracket (B) and brake hose bracket (C) from the damper. Do not disconnect the wheel sensor connector.
- Remove the damper pinch bolts (A) while holding the nuts (B).
- Remove the flange nuts (A) from the top of the damper.
- Lower the lower arm and remove the damper assembly (B).
