Removal & Installation: Removal

Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Tires/Wheels - "WHEEL ")
Disconnect the front wheel speed sensor and brake hose bracket (A) by loosening the bolt.
Tightening torque:

12.7 - 16.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the stabilizer link (A) from the front strut assembly by loosening the nut.
Tightening torque:

98.1 - 117.7 N.m (10.0 - 12.0 kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- When loosening the nut, fix the outer hexagon of stabilizer bar link.
- Be careful not to damage the stabilizer link boots.
Loosen the front strut upper mounting nuts (A).
Tightening torque:

53.9 - 73.5 N.m (5.5 - 7.5 kgf.m, 39.8 - 54.2 lb.ft)

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Loosen the front strut mounting bolts and nuts (A).
Tightening torque:

196.1 - 215.7 N.m (20.0 - 22.0 kgf.m, 144.7 - 159.1 lb.ft)

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Remove the front strut assembly (A).

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