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Strut Assembly: Disassembly

    NOTE: Do not use an impact wrench.
    Fig 1: Compressing Coil Spring
    G01094920Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  1. Using the special tool, spring compressor, compress the coil spring.
  2. Remove the self-locking nut.
  3. Remove the special tool, bracket, spring pad and coil spring.
    Fig 2: Removing Special Tool, Bracket, Spring Pad & Coil Spring
    G01094921Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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