Installation [10/2023 - ]: Procedure

1. Secure the front lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH between aluminum plates in a vise.
   NOTE:

   Do not overtighten the vise.

2. Install the front lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH to the front shock absorber assembly LH with the bolt.

   Torque: 48 N.m (489 kgf/cm, 35 ft.lbf) 

1. Install the nut.

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   Torque: 8.5 N.m (87 kgf/cm, 75 in.lbf) 

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   *a

   Paintmark

   When installing a new front pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber assembly LH:

   1. Align the paintmarks on the front suspension support assembly and pneumatic cylinder chamber.

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   *a

   Matchmark

   When reusing the front pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber assembly LH:

   1. Install 2 new O-rings, a new plate and new tube connector to the front pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber assembly LH.

      Refer to PRECAUTION [10/2017 - ]

   2. Align the matchmarks on the front suspension support assembly and pneumatic cylinder chamber.
4. Install the front pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber assembly LH (upper side) with the 3 nuts.

   Torque: 44 N.m (449 kgf/cm, 32 ft.lbf) 

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5. Engage the guide to Connect the absorber control wire.

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6. Install the bolt.

   Torque: 8.5 N.m (87 kgf/cm, 75 in.lbf) 

7. Connect the connector.
8. Install the front lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH to the front lower suspension arm assembly LH.
9. Align the protrusion of the front upper shock absorber bracket plate with cutout of the front lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH, and temporarily install the nut.

   HINT: 

   Fully tighten the nut after stabilizing the suspension.

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   *a	Protrusion

1. Connect the No. 4 height control tube to the front pneumatic cylinder with shock absorber assembly LH.

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   Refer to PRECAUTION [10/2017 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2

1. Connect the front height control sensor sub-assembly LH with the nut.

   Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf/cm, 48 in.lbf) 

1. Install the front flexible hose bracket LH to the front shock absorber with coil spring with the bolt.

   Torque: 20 N.m (204 kgf/cm, 15 ft.lbf) 

Refer to INSTALLATION [10/2023 - ]

HINT: 

Move the air pressure according to the instructions on the Techstream.

See step  1

HINT: 

Move the air pressure according to the instructions on the Techstream.

See step  2

1. Install the front wheel.
2. Lower the vehicle and bounce it up and down several times to stabilize the front suspension.
3. Remove the front wheel.
4. Jack up the front lower suspension arm assembly, and place a wooden block under it to avoid damage. Apply load to the suspension so that the front lower suspension arm assembly is placed in a horizontal position.

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   *a	Wooden Block
   *b	Jack

   WARNING:

   • Do not raise the jack up too high.
   • The vehicle could fall, resulting in a serious accident.

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   NOTE:

   • When jacking up the front lower suspension arm assembly, be sure to jack it up slowly.
   • Make sure to perform this operation with the vehicle kept as low as possible.

1. Fully tighten the front lower shock absorber bracket sub-assembly LH nut.

   Torque: 112 N.m (1142 kgf/cm, 83 ft.lbf) 

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1. Install the front shock absorber cap LH.

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Refer to INSTALLATION [10/2023 - ]

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 32

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 33

Refer to OPERATION CHECK [10/2017 - ]

Refer to ADJUSTMENT [10/2023 - ]

Refer to ADJUSTMENT [10/2023 - ]

Refer to OPERATION CHECK [10/2017 - ]

Refer to WORK PROCEDURE [10/2023 - ]

Refer to ADJUSTMENT [10/2020 - ]