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Question: Front struts replacement

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Visitor, Destrehan, LA, January 06, 2011, 15:55

Can you tell me if it is really difficult or not that hard for a mechanically inclinded (but, not a professional car mechanic) to change the front struts on a 2003 Deville? I've done quite a lot of maintenance on my own cars over the years, but I'm just a bit unsure trying to tackle this one without some kind of input. Thanks, Glenn.

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    kwmk (see my shops), January 21, 2011, 12:40
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    Glenn, This job will require removing the strut assembly and then requires a special tool (strut compressor) in order to remove the strut from the spring. From a safety standpoint I would highly recommend paying a professional to do this repair.

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