Strut and Spring Assembly: Installation
- Position the strut and spring assembly upper mounting plate into the inner fender.
- Align the 4 strut upper bushing nuts to the reference marks.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Install the 2 strut-to-knuckle bolts and nuts.
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
- Install the upper stabilizer bar link nut.
- Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Install the ABS wheel speed sensor harness bolt.
- Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
- Position the brake jounce hose to the bracket and install the brake jounce hose clip.
- Check the front end alignment and adjust as necessary. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .