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2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Buick Lucerne. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Use care when handling the coil springs in order to avoid chipping or scratching the coating. Damage to the coating will result in premature failure of the coil springs.
    Fig 1: View Of Strut Mount Retaining Bolts
    GM183649Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the strut mount retaining bolts.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    4. Fig 2: Disconnecting/Reconnecting ABS Front Wheel Speed Sensor
    GM155700Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Disconnect the ABS front wheel speed sensor harness connector.
  5. If applicable, remove the speed sensor bracket from the strut.
    6. NOTE: 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.
  6. Remove the brake line bracket from the strut on the left side.
    7. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Strut
    GM155701Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the strut to knuckle bolts (3) and the nuts (1).
  8. Remove the strut from the vehicle.
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