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=== Strut Disassembly ===

With the front suspension removed from the vehicle, disassemble the strut assembly. This will require the use of a spring compressor; be careful with this tool as the spring has a substantial amount of stored energy. Lay the components out as you remove them to ensure that they are installed with the appropriate orientation. Degrease all components; remove the wheel bearings and thoroughly clean them; do the same for the strut bearing.

To disassemble the Strut do the following:

![https://dev.z31library.com/xenonzcar_archive/z31/images/front%20strut/hubexploded.png Exploded hub view]

* Remove the Hub by removing the dust cap and cotter pin, and then loosen the Hub lock nut.
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Once this is removed you can pull the hub and rotor assembly from the strut. (Be careful not to drop the outer bearing)

* Now you can remove the splash Shield by removing the three (3) bolts.
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Next mount the Strut into a vice and using spring compressors, remove the tension from the spring.

* With the spring compressed, finish removing the center strut nut on the top of the strut and remove the strut bearing and spring.
* Once the spring is removed you will have access to the strut Gland Nut. Using two large pipe wrenches loosen the gland nut from the strut. (Be careful as fluid will pour out of the strut).
* With gland nut off, remove the O-ring seal and drain the fluid. The strut cartridge will simply come out now.