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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2010COMPASS LIMITED, EDG, AUTOMATIC CVTREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTFRONT SUSPENSIONFRONTSTRUT, SUSPENSION, ASSEMBLYDISASSEMBLYDISASSEMBLY
2010 Jeep Compass Limited, EDG, Automatic CVT
STRUT, Suspension, Assembly: Disassembly: Disassembly
2010 Jeep Compass Limited, EDG, Automatic CVTSECTION Disassembly
NOTE:
The strut assembly must be removed from the vehicle for it to be disassembled and assembled. See Front Suspension/Front/STRUT, Suspension - Removal
For the disassembly and assembly of the strut assembly, use strut spring compressor, teamPSE tool 223-7400, or the equivalent, to compress the coil spring. Follow the manufacturer's instructions closely.
WARNING:
Do not remove the strut rod nut before the coil spring is properly compressed. The coil spring is held under pressure. The coil spring must be compressed, removing spring tension from the upper mount and bearing, before the strut rod nut is removed.
- If both struts are being serviced at the same time, mark both the coil spring and strut assembly according to which side of the vehicle the strut is being removed from.
- Position the strut assembly (2) in the strut coil spring compressor (1) following the manufacturer's instructions and set the lower and upper hooks of the compressor on the coil spring. Position the strut clevis bracket (2) straight outward, away from the compressor.
- Compress the coil spring until all coil spring tension is removed from the upper mount and bearing.
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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.