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Strut Assembly: Installation

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Strut-To-Tower
GC0043359Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  1. Raise the strut assembly (3) into the strut tower (2), aligning the three studs on the strut assembly upper mount with the holes in strut tower. Install the three mounting nuts (1) on the studs. Tighten the three nuts to 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Front Knuckle
    GC0043342Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
    CAUTION: The strut assembly-to-knuckle attaching bolts (2) are serrated and must not be turned during installation. Install the nuts while holding the bolts stationary in the knuckle.
  2. Position the lower end of the strut assembly (1) in line with the upper end of the knuckle (4), aligning the mounting holes. Install the two attaching bolts (2) from the front of the vehicle. Install the nuts (5). While holding the bolts in place, tighten the nuts to 163 N.m (120 ft. lbs.).
    Fig 3: GROUND STRAP AND ABS SENSOR AT STRUT
    GC0041239Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. If equipped with antilock brakes, attach the wheel speed sensor routing bracket (2) to the rear of the strut (rearward ear) using its mounting screw (1). Tighten the mounting screw to 13 N.m (120 in. lbs.).
  4. Attach the ground strap (3) to the rear of the strut (forward ear) using its mounting screw (4). Tighten the mounting screw to 13 N.m (120 in. lbs.).
    Fig 4: Tire And Wheel Mounting Method
    GC0041085Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  5. Install tire and wheel assembly (1) (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS - INSTALLATION) . Install and tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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