Mitsubishi 1989-1993 GALANT Service Manual page 929

FRONT SUSPENSION
Strut insulator bearing
TSB Revision
SERVICE POINTS OF DISASSEMBLY
2. REMOVAL OF SELF-LOCKING NUT
(1) Holding the spring upper seat with the special tool,
loosen the self-locking nut.
Caution
The self-locking nut should be loosened only, not
removed.
(2) Using the special tools, compress the coil spring, and
then remove the self-locking nut.
NOTE
Install the special tools evenly, and so that the
maximum length will be attained within the installation
range.
9. REMOVAL OF STRUT ASSEMBLY
If it is to be discarded, place it horizontally with the piston
rod sticking out and drill a hole approximately 3 mm (.12 in.)
in diameter in the position shown in the figure to release
gas.
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Caution
The gas is non-toxic but wear protective glasses
because there is danger that dust from the drill, etc.
may fly out along with the gas.
INSPECTION
Check the strut insulator bearing for wear or rust.
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Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
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Check the spring for deformation, deterioration or dam-
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age.
Check the shock absorber for deformation.
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