Installation Procedure

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the strut to the vehicle. Refer to STRUT, STRUT COMPONENT AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENT in Front Suspension.
Tighten

Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts as far as to allow movement of the knuckle.
Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
Adjust the camber (1).
Tighten

Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts to 122 N.m (90 lb ft).

Fig 1: Identifying Front Camber
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Lower the vehicle.