Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Strut Mount Bolts

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Remove the 3 upper strut mount bolts.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .

Fig 2: Removing Brake Hose Bracket Bolt From Strut Assembly
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Remove the brake hose bracket bolt from the strut assembly.

Fig 3: Identifying Stabilizer Link Nut
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Remove the stabilizer link nut and separate the link from the strut assembly.

Fig 4: Identifying Lower Strut Bolts & Nuts
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Remove the lower strut bolts and nuts.
Remove the strut assembly from the vehicle.