DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
STRUT ASSEMBLY
Inspect the strut assembly for the following conditions:
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Inspect for a damaged or broken coil spring (5).
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Inspect for a torn or damaged dust shield (6).
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Lift the dust shield and inspect the strut assem-
bly for evidence of fluid running from the upper
end of the strut fluid reservoir. (Actual leakage
will be a stream of fluid running down the side
and dripping off lower end of unit). A slight
amount of seepage between the strut shaft and
strut shaft seal is not unusual and does not affect
performance of the strut assembly.
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Inspect the jounce bumper for signs of damage
or deterioration.
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Inspect the clearance between the shock tower
and the coil spring. Make sure no fasteners are
protruding through the shock tower possibly con-
tacting the coil spring and strut. Because of the
minimum clearance in this area, installation of
metal fasteners could damage the coil spring
coating and lead to a corrosion failure of the spring.
CAUTION: At no time when servicing a vehicle can
a sheet metal screw, bolt or other metal fastener
be installed into the strut tower (1) to take the
place of an original plastic clip. Also, do not drill
holes into the front strut tower for the installation
of any metal fasteners into the shock tower area
indicated (3).
REMOVAL
NOTE: Before proceeding, (Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT - WARNING).
1. Raise and support the vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE)
PM
FRONT SUSPENSION
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