How To: Replace strut mounts on your car

In this online video series, learn from expert mechanic Nathan McCullough as he teaches and demonstrates how to replace the strut mounts on your vehicle. Learn strut mount replacement fundamentals such as how to locate the strut mount; what are some common problems that can occur as a result of strut mount breakage or failure; how to break the lugs and jack up the vehicle; how to remove the tire; how to stake the lower strut to the suspension knuckle; how to remove the caliper; how to remove the strut to knuckle mounting bolts; how to break loose the knuckle from the suspension; how to gain access to the upper strut mounting bolt, remove some interior parts, lube the upper bolt, compress the spring, remove the nut and disassemble the strut, inspect the strut, reassemble the strut, release the strut compression, line up the strut with the suspension tower, reassemble the interior, line up suspension knuckle and line up bolts.