MacPherson Strut

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. As required, remove the side trim panels from the inside of the trunk or the rear seat and trim.

   Fig. 1: To remove the rear strut assembly, first remove any trim fasteners inside the trunk . . .

   Fig. 2: . . . and move the trim aside to gain access to the upper strut mount retaining nuts

   Fig. 3: Loosen and remove the upper strut mounting nuts

2. If equipped with Automatic Adjusting Suspension (AAS) system, disconnect the wiring and remove the cap. Loosen and remove the top mounting nuts from the strut mounting block assembly.

   Fig. 4: Remove the brake line-to-strut retaining clip . . .

   Fig. 5: . . . and detach the brake line from the strut

   Fig. 6: Matchmark the lower strut mounting . . .

   Fig. 7: . . . then loosen the lower mounting through-bolts . . .

   Fig. 8: . . . and remove them. Make sure to support the strut assembly

   Fig. 9: Remove the strut assembly from the vehicle

3. Raise and safely support the vehicle and remove the rear wheels. The suspension will drop when the weight lifts off the wheels.

   Fig. 10: If necessary, replace the upper strut mount gasket when installing

4. Unclip the brake line or wiring retainers as required and unbolt the bottom strut mount. Remove the strut.
5. Installation is the reverse of removal.