Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Operation - Strut Assembly (Front)
The strut assembly cushions the ride of the vehicle, controlling vibration, jounce and rebound of the suspension.
The coil spring controls ride quality and maintains proper ride height.
The spring isolators isolate the coil spring at the top and bottom from coming into metal-to-metal contact with the upper mounting seat and the strut.
The jounce bumper limits suspension travel and metal-to-metal contact under full jounce condition.
The strut dampens jounce and rebound motions of the coil spring and suspension.
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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.