How to Install or Replace Front Struts on Any Vehicle! (Full Guide!)

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How to Install or Replace Front Struts on Any Vehicle! (Full Guide!)

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a weak or sagging hood or hatch strut. This video is applicable to any vehicle.
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@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

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@johndemore6402 Жыл бұрын

You dont have my coils SPRING,REAR COIL Suzuki aerio sx wagon 41311-54G10-000

@baron7024 2 жыл бұрын

Just installed trq front struts I purchased from 1A. Perfect fit. Huge difference in ride. Arrived 1 day earlier than expected. Saved $325 compared to local parts dealers. 2 thumbs up for 1A. This video helpful for 1st timers.

@MrTravisshort Жыл бұрын

Extremely well done. No stupid music. No wasted time clear concise to the point. Perfect

@1AAuto Жыл бұрын

+Bohica Ranch Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@mylesherschberger9531 6 ай бұрын

Awesome video! Easy to follow, concise, no unnecessary background noise, and superb visuals! Thank you!

@foldzan1 Жыл бұрын

You forgot to mention that you don't torque the top 3 nuts until after the vehicle is lowered or it can cause problems with the mount.

@mfvarnum58 3 жыл бұрын

No professional here but these steps helped me: - Spray all bolts that need removing with Seafoam Deep Creep or some type of penetrating oil and let sit for at least 12hrs!! - Loosen up the top 3 bolts before trying to remove the 2 large bolts below on the strut with a rubber mallet! This helped me tremendously, hope it helps you all!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+mfvarnum58 Thanks for the tips!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@PeaceChanel 10 ай бұрын

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@peter_hhm Жыл бұрын

2:46 To avoid scratching the rim, you can use a wooden pry bar, which is stronger than the plastic ones while also don’t scratch metal.

@nathanrussell2158 3 жыл бұрын

My favorite 1a mechanic. He's great about letting you know all the details.

@ahmadOrlando39 4 жыл бұрын

Good video...very clear and to the point. It's hard to come by how to videos like that. Thanks again.

@jakebusch1638 4 жыл бұрын

Just ordered TQL struts for my 2014 Kia optima from you guys. They were priced well and the reviews seemed good. Hopefully they ride well. I'll find out on Wednesday

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Jake Busch Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1AAuto.com

@robray1337 5 жыл бұрын

I'm about to use this to install new struts on a Lincoln Mkt. Will update once it's done, but I'm sure this video will be a huge help.

@austinmiller9716 3 жыл бұрын

did you do it?

@trealwilliams1563 3 жыл бұрын

Man... Very great and detailed information 👍🛠️🛠️🛠️🛠️🛠️ Deserves my 5 Star Wrench Approval!

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+T'Real Williams Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@tlimsps231 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Your video was good. So many of the other instructional videos were so shaky they made me dizzy.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+John Illo Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@ant98tan 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You for the straight forward explanation and detailed instructions. Simplicity of explanations and detailed to the tee. Great video.

@tommycollier9172 3 жыл бұрын

That's for sharing you made this look easy.

@Libragod 3 жыл бұрын

Lol he definitely did that!

@rudolphparedez552 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing me how to do it. I do appreciate it.

@Qatazah Жыл бұрын

We need more mechanics like him in the filed

@Remrie Жыл бұрын

You can stick a allen wrench into the center of that sway bar nut. That way you don't destroy the rubber boot.

@deetoxinz7252 Жыл бұрын

You guys seem like the perfect person to ask this question. I have a 1994 Ford Aspire and they say they no longer make the springs for the struts for my vehicle anymore.... I was wondering if there was something I could do to maybe replace the whole assembly with a different but similar strut assembly??? Maybe a few modifications made to mount them or something, but it is my only vehicle and my only hope of actually having one because I am just a traveler with not much of anything except that vehicle. If anyone could help me find a strut assembly to fit my 1994 ford aspire I would be forever grateful to you!!

@decisions139 2 жыл бұрын

Helpful video! I was wondering if you were to install the fork bolt backwards could that call a squeeking noise when turning?

@mylifejourney74 Жыл бұрын

You make it look easy. I am having an issue with mine. The strut bolt holes are not lining up with the assembly hole. The assembly holes are too high and the control arm won't lower. Seems as though the new axle is playing a roll in this as I just cant get it line up. It keeps pushing the holes away from each other. Physically exhausting. Any suggestions I can try?

@justinlanore5333 2 жыл бұрын

Good 👍 very thorough.

@djrob69 11 ай бұрын

What Struts Should I Use For 2006 Buick Lucerne CX 3.8

@brianweber1973 3 жыл бұрын

At 04:55 in the video, the mechanic suggests using a vice grip on the sway bar link bolt connecting to the strut. This is wrong! The sway bar link bolt has a hex or allen wrench design so you can keep the bolt from turning while loosening the nut. Otherwise, you will likely damage the rubber boot covering the sway bar bolt boot and need to replace the sway bar connector completely. If your intention is to replace the sway bar link, then, feel free to use the vice grips. Otherwise, do yourself a solid and use penetrating oil on the bolt/nut, let it sit for a few minutes and then either use an allen wrench and end wrench combination or better yet, an impact wrench. The impact wrench will spin the nut right off without even using the allen wrench. I have done a number of these on different vehicles and have never used a vice grip on the bolt.

@TheNcsipe376 2 жыл бұрын

Most likely everyone will strip those hex heads out. If you use vice grips use the narrow straight shaft ones. You can avoid the boot. Use an impact and it'll be off quick.

@yodead369 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, professor! Do you do this often? Rust belt states and Old cars will most likely stripe the Allen/Hex socket hole from age!

@sniper187u1 2 жыл бұрын

If you are doing this repair say in Ohio then yes you will need vice grips because the Allen wrench holes will be corroded from the salt used on the roads in states like Ohio / the rust belt states and no Allen wrench can fit if the hole is rusted out Hench the need for vice grips.

@budnotu 2 жыл бұрын

Do you need to replace the struts when it's the bearing that is worn ?

@cpat6389 4 жыл бұрын

What do you recommend if the CV is stuck in a downward position? I was not able to push the knuckle up into the strut as easily as you. Any thoughts are appreciated.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+C Pat You may need to use a pry bar to wedge it out or you can use a axle popper.

@chrisprough2607 3 жыл бұрын

Your cv came out of its socket. Twist and push until it reseats

@jeff95ta83 5 жыл бұрын

By "any vehicle" you mean except a Dodge Dart. The strut goes into, yes into, not bolted to, the steering knuckle.

@kingleonidas9672 4 жыл бұрын

Good grief

@israel8523 4 жыл бұрын

And except the Cadillac XTS with MRC

@Templar-jj3ig 3 жыл бұрын

Why I can't stand Chrysler engineering. Just the most left of center way of getting it done. Or not getting it done.

@Draugluin999 3 жыл бұрын

I assume they do this to send into dodge and charge you an arm and a leg and sometimes a kidney

@xnightwraithx4098 2 жыл бұрын

Most dodge actually

@mestizodrb3013 4 жыл бұрын

I watched this video and my new struts are rubbing on the tire. Can I tighten the bolt on top of the strut to raise the strut off of my tire?

@Templar-jj3ig 3 жыл бұрын

Probably shock is junk or boot. Mine went out just over a couple of months.

@yodead369 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone? I was under the impression that you don't Torque the top struts bolts until the vehicle is under load???? Thanks

@johnh.8884 2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@greggyfree 2 жыл бұрын

I bought struts and when I went to install them the bracket for the two big bolts at the bottom was facing a little to the right. Do I have the wrong parts? It was a real pain needing to remove the brake caliper so I could get an impact on those botls, and them I had to reinstall the old parts just to get back on the road. Is the strut bracket at the bottom able to turn so you can install the knuckle and bolts??

@SAr-vc3iw 9 ай бұрын

For a 2017 Honda Civic touring front struts top 3 flange nuts on each side what is the torque spec ?

@ejohnson00001 5 жыл бұрын

Love the video, are you suppose reuse the bolts or replace them?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+James Johnson Thank you! Using new bolts for the installation is usually best to ensure they are able to last.

@aab434 5 жыл бұрын

You don't need to unless they're "torque to yield"

@johnanderson5500 4 жыл бұрын

Is there a special way to set the bottom bolts on a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE1? I just bought the front struts and don't want to do it wrong. I think theres a camber bolt on these.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+John Anderson We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@hermanwoods9738 2 жыл бұрын

Hi ! My Name is Mr.Herman Woods , how are you today.I wonted to know , i have a 1981 dodge colt 1.6 w AC .How can you tell what size strut cartridge .fits your strut .And if you guys carry it .can you let me know .thank you for your time.Mr.H.Woods .

@thehawk5141 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you Sir!

@Awells549 Жыл бұрын

What’s the torque set for on that breaker bar your using?

@rosiemed.5464 2 жыл бұрын

Why it s liquid in this part, is normally , thanks for you video is very great 👍

@tonyrollin402 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I have a 2008 Cadillac escalade with the air ride system for my front struts I want to eliminate the air ride struts can you please tell me how and what I need to do that

@philipwiley79 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks!

@joshcatalano5127 4 жыл бұрын

Which bit is the strut is it the black rubber crinkled but near the top

@robertodiaz8053 4 жыл бұрын

Explained perfect

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Roberto Diaz Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@quicknarco8567 4 жыл бұрын

I installed a pair of trq quick struts and I hear a bumping noise while driving do I have to tighten the center nut on the top hat

@Kaleabe25 4 жыл бұрын

Helpful thanks

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Kaleabe Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@joey_bag_a_donuts 11 ай бұрын

he should have said "various online resources" one more time. really quickly as the video ends

@clydereagin7266 Жыл бұрын

1998 Infiniti I30 front struts replacement need to see how to do them

@1AAuto Жыл бұрын

+clyde reagin We don't have a how-to video for your vehicle right now, but the basic steps in this video should be enough to do this task. Buy this part for your vehicle on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@jotu173 4 жыл бұрын

I own a 2008 Avalon Limited. If I replace the front with quick struts, is it absolutely necessary to get the car aligned after every pair of quick struts installed?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Jo Tu Is it definitely recommended to get an alignment after installing quick struts. Thank you for checking us out!

@chellobarnes7257 4 жыл бұрын

How do i line the bottom bolts back up? Strut is sitting on the boot. I tried jacking it up not working

@johnsmith-sw7ii 2 жыл бұрын

If you live in Arizona you may get the strut bolts out that easy BUT up in the northeast they can be a real bear!! You should have shown a tougher R & R!

@cecilhedgepeth4447 4 жыл бұрын

When replacement of strut mounts do I need to depress the spring assembly I have a bad mount on a 2007 Chrysler Pacifica

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Cecil Hedgepeth Thank you for checking us out! Yes, if you are planning on just replacing the strut mount, you will need to decompress the spring to swap that over. Local part stores may have a decompression tool you can rent rather than purchasing one.

@VitiatedsHOWTO 3 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto so why didn’t u put it in the video

@gerardbeck457 6 ай бұрын

And so why would a mechanic want to charge me like $900 total to do this work? Seems quick and easy! Like 1 hour or less to do both fronts!

@adamUDavies 4 жыл бұрын

If you are going to be doing stuff like this , I suggest you invest in a electric impact.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+adam0U812 Davies Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@nathanieldavislll5419 4 жыл бұрын

A Whole Set Of Monroe Struts is The Better Recommended Brand And So i Would Recommend The Monroe Struts And Shocks For Any Car OR Any Truck

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Nathaniel Davislll Thanks for the tip!

@Templar-jj3ig 3 жыл бұрын

KYB. And I can get them for cheaper than monroe. Monroe is not better, actually the same as these TRQ. Chinese for the basic. I had both and both went out over a couple of months. Same ride and corning in both, which is sloppy at best.

@oscariin 6 жыл бұрын

It´s a great video bro, thank you and congrats. Do you have this kind of video but for the rear struts?

@The_Gallowglass 4 жыл бұрын

They're about the same, but a bit simpler. They usually bolt up into the trunk space.

@nadiaswaidan5272 4 жыл бұрын

Surprising he knew what he is doing Most you tube do not know what they are doing

@garciachoz4691 5 жыл бұрын

Hi do you have in stock complete asembly struts for 2000 nissan sentra gxe 1.8?????? (do you recommend Unity suspension)or which you can recommend thank u

@MattFortier73 4 жыл бұрын

nicely done !

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Matt Fortier Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@WJOHNJRB 4 жыл бұрын

Hello do you know how to replace front electric struts on 2013 XTS platinum???

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+John Beckham We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1AAuto.com

@WJOHNJRB 4 жыл бұрын

1A Auto Parts thank you I would appreciate it

@chrisprough2607 3 жыл бұрын

@@1AAuto have you gotten around to that video yet? They are some of the single most complex struts I've ever seen

@Cynical2012 3 жыл бұрын

Can I get any help, my swabar link is not lining back up, i have the knuckle bolted in, the link is too long.

@amjadrajaamjadkashmiri3898 4 жыл бұрын

Great job

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Amjad Rajaamjadkashmiri Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@idahospyder1620 5 жыл бұрын

Do you need to have the front end aligned after installing the new struts ?

@rahrah8076 5 жыл бұрын

Idaho Spyder it all depends on the vehicle you have..what kind of vehicle do you have ?

@idahospyder1620 5 жыл бұрын

@@rahrah8076 umm, what does it matter? I would think it's either yes or no. 2 wheel or 4 wheel drive, or front or rear wheel drive

@aab434 5 жыл бұрын

@@idahospyder1620 you should have it realigned when doing any suspension or steering work

@cheeko_914 3 жыл бұрын

@@rahrah8076 wrong. Every vehicle is supposed to get an alignment after any suspension work or after getting new tires

@chrisreyes-ts7yp 2 жыл бұрын

Would installing new struts on my suspension required new alignment?

@josephpeters7014 Жыл бұрын

Yes

@mystikalxs3996 2 ай бұрын

And the shop wants to charge me $300+ just for installation. That doesn't even include the new part price! Is it still practical to replace this part with a floor jack instead?

@espcustom Жыл бұрын

I don't get why no suspension video advises to lift the suspension to simulate car weight tension...it seems so obvious to me and especially around bushings, if you cannot do it while on the ground, it's pretty clear that you gotta at least push up on them tge right amount...

@kylepope-tryon8140 3 жыл бұрын

So, what's the procedure for replacing the front struts on a 78 Celica? I know how to take it out of the car, compress the spring and such, but unless my new parts, and every other listing I found for the front struts are wrong. The new struts look like a shock absorber, not struts. There's no perch for the bottom of the spring to rest on. The best I can tell, the new struts slide into the old housing? I have not tried to just do it yet, anyone know what the heck I'm talking about?

@cordellervin6463 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid. One question. Why didnt you put weight on the shock strut before torquing the down? You torqued the bolts down with everything hanging. Why?

@matarochas8410 5 жыл бұрын

Cordell Ervin this is the shit I don’t like they don’t have answears

@aurorablusky 4 жыл бұрын

Bilstein recommends any connection involving rubber to metal contact is torqued after the vehicle is dropped (prevents "torque" to soft parts). However, any metal to metal parts (brackets, braces, etc) should be torqued while suspended. Trying to figure out whether sway bar links and the center strut nut should be torqued with or without weight. Any professional installers on here?

@jacobyu5050 3 жыл бұрын

Do I need an alignment after changing the struts?

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Jacob York We do recommend having an alignment after replacing any suspension parts.

@tjohanson 4 жыл бұрын

Not for a newer model Chrysler 200 or Dodge dart. Top side has no nuts only a plastic retainer.

@michaelguts4855 5 жыл бұрын

Will this video method work for my cadilac cts 2008?

@alihamud322 Жыл бұрын

I love your narration but detailing everything is little irritating for future reference. Thanks

@charlesbrewer1426 5 жыл бұрын

There is a 3rd type also

@tracytrotter4719 2 жыл бұрын

That tire has a broken belt, I could see it from here😆😂

@DavidDiaz-vi1xx 5 жыл бұрын

My Camaro makes a clunking sounds when i make right turns. Could it be I have bad struts ? I got the mounts replaced but didnt fix it. The top cap does have about .300 gap and when i turn the wheel the cap tilts one way is that normal?

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+David Diaz We're not sure without seeing the vehicle, as there could be many reasons. A good start would be to check the swaybar links and bushings for play.

@DavidDiaz-vi1xx 5 жыл бұрын

I was going to replace the sway bar bushing a few days ago but as I was doing an oil change I noticed the muffler had play so i gave it a hard tug and it made the exact same clunk sound. It ended up being that the catalytic converter hits my car floor.

@robertthehair658 6 жыл бұрын

do I have to have alignment redone afterwards?

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

+Robert Wesner Yes you will have to align the front end after performing this repair. www.1aauto.com

@thomasperez3201 6 жыл бұрын

2:20

@WJOHNJRB 4 жыл бұрын

Where can I get spring and strut replacement for a 2013 Cadillac XTS .. electric

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+John Beckham Thanks for checking us out. Shop for high quality auto parts on 1AAuto.com: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@Templar-jj3ig 3 жыл бұрын

Go with KYB. Trust me.

@chrisprough2607 3 жыл бұрын

Did you do the replacement yourself? If so, please give detailed instructions

@thomasj.curroarchitectp.c.34 5 жыл бұрын

You left off the last lug nut.

@anthonyvega1959 5 жыл бұрын

I thought I was the only one who noticed that. I had to repeat that part 3 time to make sure I was seeing it right

@kuteesworld8540 5 жыл бұрын

I'm used Suzuki 2006 model baleno.. I want change and upgrade the suspension...

@sgtrpalma 6 жыл бұрын

Brother outstanding video, inappropriate what you do.

@pollyg562 6 ай бұрын

too much advertising

@marcwebster1643 6 жыл бұрын

As long as its not a Mitsubishi

@infamouz111 6 жыл бұрын

is it more difficult on a mitsubishi?

@Calgenonlaw 5 жыл бұрын

Are you supposed to support the suspension before you tighten bolts, after installing the new strut/shock?

@billhall1103 5 жыл бұрын

I just removed my struts on my Saturn Ion Redline last night, and reinstalled the way he did in the video. My front end popped like mad...and was pulling BAD to the left. So I lifted the car back up, loosened everything back up, and supported the knuckle with my jack and lifted it to compress the strut, as if it were sitting on the ground and then tightened everything up. Popping completely went away, as well as the pulling to the left. So I'd say yes, you should support or compress the strut into place before tightening.

@billhall1103 5 жыл бұрын

www.bilstein.com/uk/en/blog/watch-avoid-installation-mistakes/ Says right here to lower car onto wheels before tightening. Great video though!

@aab434 5 жыл бұрын

You use a jack to jack up the knuckle