Front

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION





- Remove strut assembly fixing bolts and nuts (to hood ledge).

WARNING: Do not remove piston rod lock nut on vehicle.

DISASSEMBLY





1. Set strut assembly on vise, then loosen piston rod lock nut.

WARNING: Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time.

2. Compress spring with tool so that the strut mounting insulator can be turned by hand.

WARNING: Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must be tightened alternately so as not to tilt the spring.





3. Remove piston rod lock nut.

INSPECTION

Strut Assembly
- Check both compression and extension for smooth operation through a full stroke.
- Check for oil leakage occurring on welded or gland packing portion.
- Check piston rod for cracks, deformation and other damage.
- Replace if necessary.

Strut Mounting Insulator
- Check cemented rubber-to-metal portion for separation and cracks.
- Check rubber parts for deterioration.

Thrust Bearing
- Check, thrust bearing parts for abnormal noise or excessive rattle in axial direction.
- Replace if necessary.

Coil Spring And Insulator
- Check for cracks, deformation and other damage. Replace if necessary.

ASSEMBLY





- When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown in the figure at left.





- Install upper spring seat with alignment mark facing the outer side of vehicle, in line with strut-to-knuckle attachment points.
- Replace strut lower mounting nuts
- When installing strut to knuckle, be sure to hold bolts and tighten nuts.

Torque: 114 - 133 Nm (11.6 - 13.6 kgm, 84 - 98 ft. lbs.)