Removing and installing front spring strut: Installation

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Install in reverse order. Before installing, give the parts a visual check. Replace brake caliper fastening screws.
Do not grease screwed connections in Dacromet finish - aluminium colour. Use correct tightening torques.
Insert spring strut into vehicle. Note the installed position of the spring strut mount. The arrow markings must point to the outer side of the vehicle (A). The shock-absorber piston rod is thereby shifted outwards. Use new fastening nuts. Before tightening the fastening nuts, adjust spring strut mount in accordance with the applied marking (position of the three collar nuts). Use correct tightening torque.

Fig 1: Identifying Correct Positioning Of Spring Strut Mount
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Check and adjust steering-geometry values at the front axle.
NOTE:
- If assembly work was performed or parts replaced that affect the vehicle height, a complete wheel alignment is necessary.