Installing Front Air-Spring Strut

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Installation is performed in reverse order. Pay particular attention to the following:

Fig 1: Body Mounting Saddle Screws Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Tightening sequence for mounting saddle to body
1. 1.1 Replace screws securing mounting saddle to the body -1 to 4- .
2. 1.2 Tighten screws securing mounting saddle to the body in the sequence -1 to 4- .
  > Initial - tightening 40 Nm (30 ftlb.)
  
  > Final tightening + 90°
3. 1.3 Only for removing front right spring strut:
  Tighten nuts on air inlet housing cover.
  
  > Tightening - torque 3.5 Nm (2.5 ftlb.)