Chery A1 2009 Service Manual page 517

7. Once the spring is sufficiently compressed, install
the strut nut wrench on the strut rod nut.
8. Install a deep socket on the end of the strut rod.
While holding the strut rod, remove the nut using
the strut nut wrench.
(Tighten: Strut rod nut to 110 ± 10 N·m)
9. Remove the lower spring isolator from the strut seat.
10. Remove the dust shield and jounce bumper.
11. Remove the upper mounting bracket.
12. Remove the upper spring seat and isolator.
13. Release the tension from the coil spring by backing off the compressor drive completely. Release the compressor
hooks and remove the coil spring.
Inspection
Inspect the strut assembly for damage and evidence of fluid running from the upper end of the fluid reservoir (actual
leakage will be a stream of fluid running down the side of the reservoir tube and dripping off lower end of unit).
Inspect the strut assembly components for the following and replace if necessary:
• Inspect the dust shield for cracks and tears.
• Check the upper mount for cracks and distortion
and its retaining studs for any sign of damage.
• Check the bearing and upper spring seat for any
binding.
• Inspect the upper and lower spring isolators for
material deterioration and distortion.
• Inspect the coil spring for any sign of damage to
the coating.
Disposal Notice
NOTE :
Follow the procedure below to properly dispose of the strut assembly.
• Pull the strut rod to extend the strut rod out as far as possible.
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