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Compressor, Special Tool C-4838. It is required that five coils be captured within the jaws of the tool (Fig. 8).

Fig. 8 Identifying Coil Springs

SPRING RETAINER UPPER

Ensure that upper spring retainer is positioned properly, see; step (5), Assemble (Strut Damper).

SPRING SEAT LOWER

During assembly of the coil spring to strut damper. Ensure that lower coil spring end is seated in strut damper spring seat recess refer to (Fig. 6) in assemble (Strut Damper) section.

SHOCK ABSORBERS (Strut Damper)

INSPECTION

Inspect for evidence of fluid leaking from around the strut assembly shaft seal at the upper end of the 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 around the strut rod is not unusual and does not affect performance.

LOWER CONTROL ARM

The lower control arm if damaged, is serviced only as a complete component. Do not attempt to repair or straighten a broken or bent lower control arm.

The serviceable components of the lower control arm are, the ball joint assembly, and both pivot bushings. The service procedure to replace these components is detailed in the specific component sections of this group.

REMOVAL (ASSEMBLY)

(1)Raise vehicle. See Hoisting in Lubrication, Group 0 of this service manual.

(2)Remove the ball joint stud to steering knuckle clamp nut and bolt (Fig. 1).

Fig. 1 Control Arm To Steering Knuckle Attachment

(3)Remove the sway bar to lower control arm retainer on both sides of the vehicle (Fig. 2). Then rotate the sway bar down away from the lower control arms.

(4)Separate the steering knuckle from the ball joint stud (Fig. 1).

(5)Remove the front and rear control arm pivot bushing to crossmember attaching nuts and bolts (Fig. 2). Then remove the lower control arm from the crossmember.

CAUTION: Pulling steering knuckle out from vehicle after releasing from ball joint can separate inner C/V joint. See Driveshafts.

Fig. 2 Lower Control Arm Typical