Vehicles with ABS

Disconnect the anti-lock brake harness from the strut and spring assembly.

1. Remove the bolt.
2. Position the bracket aside.
   Fig 1: Disconnecting Anti-Lock Brake Harness

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1. Position the stabilizer bar link aside.
   1. Remove the upper stabilizer bar link nut.
      Fig 2: Removing Strut-To-Knuckle Bolts

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   2. Position the stabilizer bar link aside.
2. Remove the strut-to-wheel knuckle bolts.
   Fig 3: Removing Spring Assembly Upper Nuts

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3. Mark the bearing plate outer studs. Marking the studs will aid in restoring the caster/camber to its original settings during installation.
   NOTE: Support the strut and spring assembly when removing upper nuts.
4. Remove the strut and spring assembly.
   • Remove the nuts.
   Fig 4: Removing Upper Strut Spring Nuts

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5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Align the front wheels to specifications. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT article.