Installation Procedure

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Front Suspension Strut (1) - Install
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Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut (1) - Install, but do NOT tighten [3x]
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Steering Knuckle Bolt (2) - Install [2x]

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Steering Knuckle Nut (1) - Install and tighten [2x]
1. First Pass:150 N.m (111 lb ft)
2. Final Pass:80 - 95 degrees
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link@Front Suspension Strut - Install - Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement (FE3, FE4)
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Reposition the front brake hose and install the brake hose fitting bolt (2) to the front suspension strut bracket. Front Brake Hose Replacement (J56) , or Front Brake Hose Replacement (JL9) , or Front Brake Hose Replacement (J57, J6H)
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Install the electronic suspension wheel front vertical accelerometer (2) to the front suspension strut bracket. Electronic Suspension Wheel Front Vertical Accelerometer Replacement (FE2, FE3) , or Electronic Suspension Wheel Front Vertical Accelerometer Replacement (FE4)
Install the front wheel speed sensor harness retainer to the front suspension strut bracket.
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement - Left Side (J56, JL9)
- Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement - Right Side (J56, JL9)
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Connect the front suspension strut electrical connector (1).
Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (without J57) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (with J57)
Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
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Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut (1) - Tighten [3x]27 N.m (20 lb ft)
Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Wheel Alignment Measurement