Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Disassembly

Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual / Front suspension / Front strut / Disassembly

FRONT SUSPENSION > Front Strut

DISASSEMBLY

1. Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring - front.

2. Using a hexagon wrench to prevent strut rod from turning, remove the self-locking nut with ST.

CAUTION:

When installing the coil spring compressor to the coil spring, follow the operation manual accompanied with the coil spring compressor during operation.

Preparation tool:

ST: STRUT MOUNT SOCKET (20399AG000)

NOTE:

The installing position of coil spring compressor varies depending on the coil spring shape and winding number.

3. Remove the strut mount - front, spacer - front strut and spring seat - front strut UPR from the strut.

4. Gradually decrease the compression pressure of compressor, and remove the coil spring - front.

5. Remove the dust cover - inner and the helper - front strut.

Removal

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Disposal

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