1991 Geo Metro struts

1. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
3. Remove the brake hose clip, then the hose from the strut.
4. Remove the upper strut support nuts from the engine compartment.
5. Remove the strut-to-steering knuckle bolts, then the strut assembly from the vehicle.

To install:

6. Install the strut assembly onto the vehicle. Install the upper support nuts loosely. Then install the strut-to-steering knuckle bolts and tighten to 59 ft. Lbs. (80 Nm).
7. Tighten the upper strut support nuts to 20 ft. Lbs. (27 Nm).
8. Install the brake hose clip.
9. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Check front end alignment.