REPAIR MAINTENANCE OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES
Mazda 626 (from 1991 to 1998, the year of issue)

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				Strut front suspension
					Replacement of the strut
					Bracket Kit
					The hub and the front hub bearing
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Replacement of the strut

Removing elements

PERFORMANCE ORDER

1. Remove the rack suspension.
2. Hold the suspension rack in a vice.
	3. Install the compressor on the spring and compress it.
	4. Remove the shock absorber rod nut.
	5. Remove the upper strut. Check the condition of the bearing.
	6. Remove the spring seat and the spring.
7. Remove the saddle and pad with a spring.
8. Remove the cover from the shock absorber.
9. Inspect the gasket on the lower seat for wear or damage.

Assembling of elements

PERFORMANCE ORDER

1. Replace the gasket on the lower spring seat, if necessary. Place cover for shock.
	2. Place the spring on the suspension rack.
	3. Place the gasket and the upper spring seat.
4. Install the seal and the upper strut.
5. Tighten the fixing nut of the shock absorber rod to the required torque tightening.
6. Set the rack on the car suspension.

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Bracket Kit