Installation Procedure
- Install the knuckle to the vehicle.NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the bolts which connect the strut to the knuckle.
Tighten
Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 123 N.m (90 lb ft).
- Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT - OUTER in Power Steering.
- Connect the front lower control arm ball stud to knuckle. Refer to LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT .
- Install the front wheel drive shaft bearing. Refer to WHEEL BEARING/HUB REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.