Installation Procedure
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- Install the lower mount assembly (1), the washer (2), the jounce bumper (3), and the dust shield (4) to the strut (5).
- Position the shock absorber strut assembly to the vehicle.
- Install the upper mounting plate (3), the upper mount assembly (4) and the washer (5) to the shock absorber strut.
- Install the strut upper mounting nut (2) to the shock absorber strut and tighten to 20 (15 lb ft).
- Install the strut upper cap (1) to the shock absorber strut.
- Install the rear wheelhouse trim finish panel. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Trim Finish Panel Replacement .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Support the rear tire with the hydraulic jack stand.
- Install the shock absorber strut to rear axle retaining bolt (1) and tighten it by hand.
- Raise the rear axle to the rear suspension height specification by measuring the vertical distance between the center of wheel and bottom edge of the wheelhouse. Refer to Trim Height Specifications .
- Tighten the shock absorber strut to rear axle retaining bolt (1) and tighten to 60 (44 lb ft).
- Remove the hydraulic jack stand.
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .