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03-22-2024, 01:24 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2010 Yaris LB Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: Rochester, NY
Posts: 30
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Does removing wipers/cowl give better access for changing struts?
I'm trying to decide whether I should replace my front struts myself or have a mechanic do it. Basically, if I can do it without touching the wipers, wiper motor/linkage or wiper cowl, I think I can probably manage doing it myself. I have done this job before on another vehicle with easier access.
The guide here on the forum, as well as the Haynes manual I have, both say to remove the wipers, wiper motor/linkage, and and wiper cowl, although a few commenters on that forum post say it's not necessary. This video seems to show that removing all that stuff doesn't even help, since there's a layer of sheet metal still in the way! He says you just need a passthrough ratchet. Details that might make a difference: 2010 hatchback; 200K miles and original struts as far as I know; I'm in the Rust Belt. Happy to hear general opinions about DIY vs. pro for this job. Oh, and if I do it myself, I'm not expecting to be able to get a torque wrench in there for installation. Is the standard wisdom to just tighten as much as I can with whatever will reach? Thank you! |
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