Installation Procedure
- Position the strut assembly (3) on the vehicle.
- Start the NEW steering knuckle bolts (2) and nuts (1) by hand but do not tighten.
- Lower the vehicle and position the front suspension strut bumper stop (3) on the strut assembly tower.
- Start the front suspension strut mount nut (2) by hand but do not tighten to specification.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Tighten the steering knuckle nuts (1) to 85 N.m (63 lb ft) +60 degrees.
- Connect the stabilizer shaft link to the strut assembly. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Install the front wheel speed sensor in the steering knuckle. Refer to Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (Without F45) or Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (With F45) .
- Install the front brake hose in the bracket on the strut assembly.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting fully on the ground.
- Use the CH-49375 spanner to install the front suspension strut mount nut (2) and tighten to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
- Install the front suspension strut mount nut cap (1).
NOTE:
Do not tighten the front suspension strut mount nut to specification until the vehicle is completely on the ground.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.