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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 580 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT ASSEMBLYREMOVAL
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Strut Assembly: Removal
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the strut-to-body mount nuts.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove the stabilizer shaft link from the strut. See STABILIZER SHAFT LINK .
- Remove the bolt from the brake hose bracket and the strut assembly.
- Scribe the strut to the knuckle. See Figure.
CAUTION:
The knuckle must be retained after the strut-to-knuckle bolts have been removed. Failure to observe this may cause ball joint and/or wheel drive shaft damage.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.