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• Read this instruction sheet and any additional instruction sheets, plus any

instructions printed on the parts package carefully prior to removing the strut

from the vehicle.

• Do not grip polished piston rod with any tool. Nicks or scratches will cause

decreased service life.

• Part number on unit may differ from part number on carton. This unit is correct

for the vehicle.

WARNING

• This unit is gas pressurized, do not heat or open.

• Always wear safety glasses for eye protection.

• Use safety stands whenever a procedure requires you to be under the vehicle.

• The complete old modular assembly (Fig. 5, 6 & 7) should be discarded in a

safe manner. The coil spring is under high tension. Keep away from children.

Disassembly should not be attempted. Follow the enclosed instruction sheet

to avoid injury.

• The Quick-Strut rod is already fully extended so disregard the note on the

enclosed instruction sheet to extend rod. Never remove the rod nut (B)

(Fig. 1) as serious injury could result from sudden release of coil

spring tension.

• New coil springs will return your vehicle to it’s original height. On older

vehicles this may initially appear high. Allow a settling period for the springs

to reach their new ﬁnal height.

• It is suggested to verify the vehicle height prior to installation of the

Quick-Struts.

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

(See additional instruction sheet included for more clariﬁcation on

removal process.)

• (Fig. 1) Locate and loosen, but do not remove, the bearing plate’s upper mounting

nuts (A). Mark one of the upper retaining studs in relation to strut tower for

orientation and transfer the mark to the appropriate Quick-Strut upper mounting

plate stud.

• Raise the vehicle and support the frame. Remove the (front/rear) wheels.

CAUTION: Make sure the vehicle is properly supported!

• Remove brake hose bracket, stabilizer link, and ABS retainer or nuts from strut,

if so equipped. Save bolts and nuts for re-use.

• Cover drive shaft boot with a boot protector to avoid damage. Retain the half-

shaft with wire to prevent from over-extension and possible damage to the drive

shaft or mechanisms.

• (Fig. 4) Remove and save nut (J) from outer tie rod end, if so equipped,

and disconnect tie rod end from strut. (Steering arm struts only.)

ONE LOWER BOLT STYLE:

• (Fig. 2) Remove and save the pinch bolt (C) and nut (D) that retain the lower end of

the strut housing.

• (Fig. 3) Remove and save the spindle-to-strut assembly pinch bolt (E). Using

a large screwdriver slightly spread strut-to-spindle pinch joint, if required, for

removal. Tap on top surface of spindle (F) with a hammer to drive it down and

off the end of the strut assembly.

FORM 01069 Rev. 10/15

INSTRUCTIONS

QUICK-STRUT

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

(FRONT / REAR) MODULAR REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLY

Summary of content (2 pages)

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INSTRUCTIONS FIG. 1 QUICK-STRUT® INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (FRONT / REAR) MODULAR REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLY • Read this instruction sheet and any additional instruction sheets, plus any instructions printed on the parts package carefully prior to removing the strut from the vehicle. • Do not grip polished piston rod with any tool. Nicks or scratches will cause decreased service life. • Part number on unit may differ from part number on carton. This unit is correct for the vehicle.
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TWO LOWER BOLTS STYLE: • (Fig. 4) Remove and save lower mounting nuts (G) and bolts (H). Separate lower strut mount from steering knuckle. • (Fig. 1) Remove and save the bearing plate upper mounting nuts (A). (P-Pack included with new nuts.) • Remove the strut assembly from vehicle (Fig. 5, 6 & 7). CAUTION: SPRING IS UNDER HIGH COMPRESSION LOAD WHEN INSTALLED. ATTEMPTS TO REMOVE SPRING WITHOUT PROPERLY RESTRAINING THIS LOAD MAY RESULT IN INJURY. NEVER REMOVE THE ROD NUT (B) (FIG.