Installing the spring strut

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Fig 1: Locating Nuts Holding Spring Strut Mounting In Bodywork

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Install the spring strut in the bodywork using new nuts. Tighten. See Tightening torque .

Fig 2: Installing Spring Strut On Wheel Spindle

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Install the spring strut on the wheel spindle. Use new screws and new nuts
Adjust the spring strut and wheel spindle to the measured value.

NOTE:

Ensure that measurement is performed at same points as when removing.

Fig 3: Identifying Spring Strut To Wheel Spindle Bolts And Nuts, Anti-Roll Bar And ABS Wire

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Tighten, see: Tightening torque . Use protractor 9512050 .

Install:

the anti-roll bar link to the spring strut. Use a new nut. Tighten. See: Tightening torque .
Counterhold using a Torx wrench to prevent damage to the boot.
The ABS sensor cable in the bracket
the wheel. See Installing wheels .

Check and adjust the headlamps in accordance with: Headlamps, aligning .