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Strut Assembly: Reassembly

  1. On Q45 models, lubricate sealing lip of gland packing nut. See Fig 1. Cover piston rod with tape to prevent damage to sealing lip of gland packing nut. Use Wrench (ST35490001) to tighten gland packing nut to specification. See Fig 2.
  2. On all models, be careful to install spring correctly. Top end is flat. See Fig 3. Install upper spring seat with notch facing outer side of vehicle. Install piston rod lock nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Fig 1: Lubricating Sealing Lip Of Gland Packing
G00171437Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Fig 2: Tightening Gland Packing Nut (Q45)
G91I01126Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Fig 3: Installing Coil Spring In Strut Assembly
G00171438Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.