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=== Removing the MacPherson Strut Assembly ===

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On turbo cars with the adjustable suspension, remove the 3 outer bolts that attach the top of the strut to the car. This is so you can access the center nut on the strut.

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Loosen the center nut but do not remove.

* Lift the front end of the car up and remove the wheels.
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Remove the brake calipers and disconnect the brake line from the strut. Do NOT hang the brake caliper by the hose; use a wire to hang it.

* Remove the 2 bolts that attach the strut to the steering knuckle.
* Have your assistant take an appropriately sized pry bar and pry the suspension down a few inches, then lift the strut unit out. Sometimes the strut is stuck to the steering knuckle, you can tap it with a rubber mallet to free it up. I had to do this to both of my struts as they were frozen solid to the knuckle.