Would you like to buy Monroe 171682 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly Great so far. Needs better instructionsBy Alex Adams1998 Nissan Maxima GXEUPDATE:Changed a few steps around to better reflect what to do. Doing the right is pretty similar to the left.The strut is a great idea. Everything assembled so all you have to do is:Tools:-Ratchet set plus extra wrench/ratchet to hold other side of bolt (3/8 I think and mainly 3/4 and something small for top nuts)-Torque Wrench (optional, but good to have)-Torch (if it's really rusty on the knuckle nuts)-WD40 or similar lubricant (don't get any on the rotor!)-Punch tool or something similar (to knock bolt out other side if it gives you trouble)-Hammer-Flat pry bar (may come in handy to move strut around if you find yourself stuck just be careful for cv boot)-Pick or similar tool to scratch off rust and grease (small flathead works)Removal:-Take off your wheel (loosen lug nuts before jacking car up!)-Using pliers, remove the brake line retention clip from the strut (just look for the hose attached to the strut. There should be a little piece fitting it in there that looks like a U bent curvey)-Remove the two strut knuckle nuts located at ... » More Information about Monroe 171682 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly.Friday, June 24, 2011
Monroe 171682
Would you like to buy Monroe 171682 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly Great so far. Needs better instructionsBy Alex Adams1998 Nissan Maxima GXEUPDATE:Changed a few steps around to better reflect what to do. Doing the right is pretty similar to the left.The strut is a great idea. Everything assembled so all you have to do is:Tools:-Ratchet set plus extra wrench/ratchet to hold other side of bolt (3/8 I think and mainly 3/4 and something small for top nuts)-Torque Wrench (optional, but good to have)-Torch (if it's really rusty on the knuckle nuts)-WD40 or similar lubricant (don't get any on the rotor!)-Punch tool or something similar (to knock bolt out other side if it gives you trouble)-Hammer-Flat pry bar (may come in handy to move strut around if you find yourself stuck just be careful for cv boot)-Pick or similar tool to scratch off rust and grease (small flathead works)Removal:-Take off your wheel (loosen lug nuts before jacking car up!)-Using pliers, remove the brake line retention clip from the strut (just look for the hose attached to the strut. There should be a little piece fitting it in there that looks like a U bent curvey)-Remove the two strut knuckle nuts located at ... » More Information about Monroe 171682 Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly.
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