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Installation Procedure

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  1. Loosely install the strut to knuckle bolts (5) and nuts (3). See Figure

    Important:  Align the scribe marks in order to ensure proper alignment.

  2. Install the strut to body bolts (3) inside the fender well.
    NOTE: See Fastener Notice 
  3. Install the strut mount to body nuts (1) in the trunk area. See Figure

    Tighten 

    • Tighten the nuts to 25 N.m (18 ft lbs).
    • Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 120 N.m (89 ft lbs).
  4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Check the wheel alignment. See CAVALIER & SUNFIRE in SPECIFICATIONS article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
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