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OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut
PartNumber: 20794268
Product Specifications- Notes: Fe1, Fe3 Suspension; Cobalt; Soft Ride & Sport Susp.; Right
- Location: Passenger Side
- Other Names: Strut
- Item Dimensions: 24.5 x 9.1 x 8.2 inches
- Item Weight: 8.50 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 15798898, 15876216, 15247244
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
$129.12 MSRP:$243.64You Save: $114.52 (48%)
Bilstein® Sport Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Monotube Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 24-114684Product Specifications- Boot: Yes
- Boot Color: Blue
- Diameter: 1.81" (46 mm)
- Finish: Yellow Paint
- Lower Mounting: Eye 0.555" (14.1 mm)
- Type Boot: Straight
- UPC: 651860616643
- Upper Mounting: Eye 0.476" (12.1 mm)
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Sport Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Monotube Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | SS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
$101.19
KYB® Strut Plus Front Passenger Side Twin Tube Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: SR4056Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OEM Replacement
- UPC: 781552633242
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut Plus Front Passenger Side Twin Tube Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$134.08
Monroe® Quick-Strut™ Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 172179LProduct Specifications- Notes: Includes Strut, Strut Mount and Coil Spring;Assembled in the USA;Recommended OE Application -Specific Replacement
- Body Length: 9.71"
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 11.02"
- Dust Shield: Yes
- Extended Bumper Stop: No
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 17.60"
- Stroke Length: 6.58"
- UPC: 048598069856
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Quick-Strut™ Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
$76.62
Unity-Automotive® Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 11602Product Specifications- Notes: Excludes SS Models
- Body Length: 9.71
- Max Year Covered: 2011
- Min Year Covered: 2005
- Most Popular Make / Model: Chevrolet Cobalt
- Most Popular Year: 2007
- Product Grade: Economy
- Special Note: Fully Assembled; Ready to Install
- Total Part VIO: 1429943
- UPC: 816558011289
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
$76.78OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut
PartNumber: 20794267
Product Specifications- Notes: Fe1, Fe3 Suspension; Cobalt; Soft Ride & Sport Susp.; Left
- Location: Driver Side
- Other Names: Strut
- Item Dimensions: 9.3 x 8.2 x 24.5 inches
- Item Weight: 8.40 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 15798897, 15876215, 88964331, 15247243
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
$137.72 MSRP:$259.84You Save: $122.12 (47%)
KYB® Strut Plus Front Driver Side Twin Tube Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: SR4057Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OEM Replacement
- UPC: 781552633266
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Strut Plus Front Driver Side Twin Tube Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$134.08
Monroe® Quick-Strut™ Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 172179RProduct Specifications- Notes: Recommended OE Application -Specific Replacement;Includes Strut, Strut Mount and Coil Spring;Assembled in the USA
- Body Length: 9.71"
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 11.02"
- Dust Shield: Yes
- Extended Bumper Stop: No
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 17.60"
- Stroke Length: 6.58"
- UPC: 048598069832
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Quick-Strut™ Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
$76.62
OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Shock
PartNumber: 22696400
Product Specifications- Notes: Cobalt; W/O Ss Model; Soft Ride; W/O 4 Wheel Disc
- Location: Driver Side; Passenger Side
- Other Names: Shock, Shock Absorber
- Item Dimensions: 19.1 x 5.1 x 4.9 inches
- Item Weight: 4.20 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Shock
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
$71.32 MSRP:$134.58You Save: $63.26 (48%)Unity-Automotive® Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 251030Product Specifications- Notes: w/0" Lift/Drop;
- Adjustable Length: No
- Finish: Painted
- Max Year Covered: 2011
- Min Year Covered: 2005
- Most Popular Make / Model: Chevrolet Cobalt
- Most Popular Year: 2007
- Product Grade: Economy
- Special Note: Nitrogen Gas Charged For Superior Response and Consistent Control
- Total Part VIO: 1489354
- UPC: 816558015225
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$32.66
KYB® Excel G Front Passenger Side Twin Tube Strut for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 339084Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OEM Replacement
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 10.55"
- Cover: No
- Extended Bumper Stop: Yes
- Extended Length: 17.63"
- Stroke Length: 7.08"
- UPC: 781552568742
- Upper Mounting: 14 X 1.50
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Excel G Front Passenger Side Twin Tube Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$68.71
KYB® Excel G Front Driver Side Twin Tube Strut for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 339085Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OEM Replacement
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 10.55"
- Cover: No
- Extended Bumper Stop: Yes
- Extended Length: 17.63"
- Stroke Length: 7.08"
- UPC: 781552568766
- Upper Mounting: 14 X 1.50
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Excel G Front Driver Side Twin Tube Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$68.71
Monroe® OESpectrum™ Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 5779Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OE Application -Specific Replacement
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 10.50"
- Dust Shield: Yes
- Dust Shield Material: Metal
- Extended Bumper Stop: No
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 16.125"
- Lower Mounting: Loop Bushing Sleeve Mount - 0.563" Sleeve ID x 1.625" Sleeve OAL
- Stroke Length: 5.625"
- UPC: 048598019103
- Upper Mounting: Loop Bushing and Sleeve Mount - 0.48" (12 mm) Sleeve ID x 1.75" Sleeve OAL
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt OESpectrum™ Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
$29.54
KYB® Excel G Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Twin Tube Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 349043Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OEM Replacement
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 10.59"
- Cover: Yes
- Extended Bumper Stop: Yes
- Extended Length: 16.00"
- Lower Mounting: E2 (14 X 40)
- Stroke Length: 5.41"
- UPC: 781552567707
- Upper Mounting: E2 (12 X 48)
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Excel G Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Twin Tube Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
$31.03
Bilstein® Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Heavy Duty Monotube Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 24-114653Product Specifications- Boot: Yes
- Boot Color: Blue
- Diameter: 1.81" (46 mm)
- Finish: Yellow Paint
- Internal Design: Monotube
- Lower Mounting: Eye 0.555" (14.1 mm)
- Type Boot: Straight
- UPC: 651860482279
- Upper Mounting: Eye 0.476" (12.1 mm)
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Rear Driver Or Passenger Side Heavy Duty Monotube Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | SS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
$86.45
Monroe® Monro-Matic Plus™ Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 33183Product Specifications- Compressed Length: 10.49"
- Dust Shield: Yes
- Extended Bumper Stop: No
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 16.04"
- Lower Mounting: Loop Bushing and Sleeve Mount - 0.55" Sleeve ID X 1.6875" Sleeve OAL
- Reserve Tube Diameter: 1.78"
- Stroke Length: 5.55"
- UPC: 048598172341
- Upper Mounting: Loop Bushing and Sleeve Mount - 0.5" Sleeve ID X 1.875" Sleeve OAL
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Monro-Matic Plus™ Rear Driver or Passenger Side Shock Absorber
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
$17.71
Monroe® OESpectrum™ Front Driver or Passenger Side Strut for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 72179Product Specifications- Notes: Recommended OE Application -Specific Replacement
- Adjustable: No
- Body Length: 11.050
- Body Type: B11
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 11.550
- Dust Shield Included: No
- Extended Bumper Stop: Yes
- Extended Length: 17.600
- Gas Charged: Yes
- Max Year Covered: 2011
- Min Year Covered: 2005
- Most Popular Make / Model: Chevrolet Cobalt
- Most Popular Year: 2007
- Parts Pack: P01460
- Product Grade: Premium
- Strut Charging Type: Gas Charged Unit - Strut Rod Will Extend Automatically
- Total Part VIO: 1374995
- Travel Length: 6.050
- UPC: 048598078612
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt OESpectrum™ Front Driver or Passenger Side Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
$58.75Monroe® Monro-Matic Plus™ Front Driver or Passenger Side Strut for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 802179Product Specifications- Body Length: 11.05"
- Compressed Length: 11.55"
- Dust Shield: No
- Extended Bumper Stop: Yes
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 17.60"
- Stroke Length: 6.05"
- UPC: 048598170170
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Monro-Matic Plus™ Front Driver or Passenger Side Strut
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
GSP North America® Front Driver Side Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 810338Product Specifications- Adjustable Damping: No
- Adjustable Rebound: No
- Dust Shield Included: Yes
- Grade Type: Regular
- Prop 65 - Short Label: Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.gov
- Relaxed Length: 20.87
- Spring Material: SAE9254 Steel
- UPC: 883331810476
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Driver Side Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
SenSen® Speedy Strut™ Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 9214-0133Product Specifications- Coil Spring Diameter: 5.83"
- Color: Silver
- Compressed Length: 13.70"
- Extended Length: 20.24"
- Lower Mounting: Bracket
- Stroke Length: 6.54"
- UPC: 784672116824
- Upper Mounting: Multiple Bolt
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Speedy Strut™ Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | SS | 4 Cyl 2.0L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | 4 Cyl 2.2L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | SS | 4 Cyl 2.4L
GSP North America® Front Passenger Side Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 810339Product Specifications- Adjustable Damping: No
- Adjustable Rebound: No
- Dust Shield Included: Yes
- Grade Type: Regular
- Prop 65 - Short Label: Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.p65warnings.ca.gov
- Relaxed Length: 20.87
- Spring Material: SAE9254 Steel
- UPC: 883331810483
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Passenger Side Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
Unity-Automotive® Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 11601Product Specifications- Notes: Excludes SS Models
- Body Length: 9.71
- Max Year Covered: 2011
- Min Year Covered: 2005
- Most Popular Make / Model: Chevrolet Cobalt
- Most Popular Year: 2007
- Product Grade: Economy
- Special Note: Fully Assembled; Ready to Install
- Total Part VIO: 1429943
- UPC: 816558011272
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Suspension Strut Kit
PartNumber: 19181251
Product Specifications- Notes: Fe5 Suspension; Cobalt; Perf. & Handling Susp.; Left
- Location: Driver Side
- Other Names: Strut
- Item Dimensions: 24.2 x 8.7 x 8.4 inches
- Item Weight: 8.60 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 19181044, 15247245
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Suspension Strut Kit
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
Unity-Automotive® Front Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 2-11601-11602-001Product Specifications- Notes: FULLY ASSEMBLED - READY TO INSTALL;Excludes SS Models
- UPC: 815716023287
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | SS | 4 Cyl 2.4L
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Suspension Strut Kit
PartNumber: 19181631
Product Specifications- Notes: Fe5 Suspension; Cobalt; Perf. & Handling Susp.; Right
- Location: Passenger Side
- Other Names: Strut
- Item Dimensions: 9.3 x 8.5 x 24.2 inches
- Item Weight: 8.60 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Replaces: 15247246, 19181043
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front Suspension Strut Kit
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
Monroe® RoadMatic™ Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 182179LProduct Specifications- Notes: Includes Strut, Strut Mount and Coil Spring;For Commercial Usage Refer To Product Warranty
- Body Length: 9.710
- Compressed Length: 11.020
- Extended Length: 17.600
- Gas Charged: Yes
- Max Year Covered: 2011
- Min Year Covered: 2005
- Most Popular Make / Model: Chevrolet Cobalt
- Most Popular Year: 2007
- Parts Pack: P01149
- Product Grade: Economy
- Total Part VIO: 1342558
- Travel Length: 6.580
- UPC: 048598157836
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt RoadMatic™ Front Driver Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
Unity-Automotive® Rear Shock Absorber Set for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 2-251030-001Product Specifications- Notes: w/0" Lift;
- UPC: 815716026400
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Rear Shock Absorber Set
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
OEM (Genuine) 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
PartNumber: 10368516
Product Specifications- Notes: Cobalt; W/O Ss Model; Sport Ride; W/4 Wheel Disc
- Location: Driver Side; Passenger Side
- Other Names: Shock, Shock Absorber
- Item Dimensions: 5.2 x 5.2 x 19.4 inches
- Item Weight: 2.20 Pounds
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Sport, SS | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
Monroe® RoadMatic™ Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 182179RProduct Specifications- Notes: Includes Strut, Strut Mount and Coil Spring;For Commercial Usage Refer To Product Warranty
- Body Length: 9.71"
- Compressed Bumper Stop: No
- Compressed Length: 11.02"
- Dust Shield: Yes
- Extended Bumper Stop: No
- Extended Hydraulic Lockout: No
- Extended Length: 17.60"
- Stroke Length: 6.58"
- UPC: 048598157843
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt RoadMatic™ Front Passenger Side Complete Strut Assembly
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
Unity-Automotive® Front and Rear Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
PartNumber: 4-11601-251030-001Product Specifications- Notes: w/Gas Shock Kit; FULLY ASSEMBLED - READY TO INSTALL;Excludes SS Models
- UPC: 815716028916
- Part Description: 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Front and Rear Suspension Strut and Coil Spring Assembly Set
Vehicle Fitment- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LS | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LT | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | LTZ | All Engines
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | All Trims | 4 Cyl 2.4L
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Q: How to remove the Strut Assembly?
A:
You need to remove the strut upper mounting nuts, raise and support the vehicle, remove the tire and wheel, disconnect the stabilizer shaft link from the strut assembly, remove the strut lower bolts, nuts, and antilock brake system (ABS) wiring bracket, and remove the strut.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the removal procedure for the Shock Absorber?
A:
The procedure is to remove the wheel, support the rear axle with a tall jack stand near the shock absorber, remove the upper and lower shock bolts, and remove the shock.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What is the recommended torque for the lower shock bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to install the Strut, Strut Component, and/or Spring?
A:
You need to install the coil spring and upper strut mount to the J 45400, turn the spring compressor forcing screw until the coil spring is compressed, install the strut to the coil spring and upper strut mount, install the strut retaining nut, the upper strut mount nut, and the strut.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What should be noticed when supporting the vehicle?
A:
Lift the vehicle using only a frame-contact vehicle lift. Do not lift the vehicle using a suspension-contact vehicle lift.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What should be noted when disposing of the Shock Absorber?
A:
Gas-charged shock absorbers contain high-pressure gas. Do not remove the snap ring from inside the top of the tube.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: What kind of special tools will be required when serving the Strut, Strut Component, and/or Spring?
A:
J45400 Strut Spring Compressor.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022Q: How to dispose of the Suspension Strut?
A:
You need to clamp the strut in a vise horizontally with the rod completely extended, drill a hole in the strut at the center of the end cap using a 5 mm (3/16 in) drill bit, use shop towels to contain the escaping oil, remove the strut from the vise, hold the strut over a drain pan vertically with the hole down, and move the rod in and out of the tube to completely drain the oil from the strut.
By Bob
GM Specialist
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