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.
2000 Saturn SC2 Automatic, MP6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Strut Assembly: Installation
- Position strut assembly in vehicle with upper strut mount studs inserted through body. Install NEW upper strut mount nuts, and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Attach strut to steering knuckle with bolts and NEW nuts, but DO NOT fully tighten. Push bottom of strut inward, toward center of vehicle, and hold in this position while tightening nuts to specification.
- Remove rust and corrosion from mounting surfaces of wheel and brake rotor. Install wheel. Check front wheel alignment. See appropriate SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
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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.
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