Strut Assembly Replacement: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Loosely install the strut to knuckle bolts (5) and nuts (3). See Figure.NOTE: Align the scribe marks in order to ensure proper alignment.
- Install the strut to body bolts (3) inside the fender well. See Figure. Install the strut mount to body nuts (1) in the trunk area. Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft). Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS. Lower the vehicle. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES .