Removal and Installation

Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
Detach the brake hose from the support bracket and detach the stabilizer bar connecting link.

Fig 1: Detaching Brake Hose From Support Bracket And Stabilizer Bar Connecting Link
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Remove the wheel knuckle bolt.

Fig 2: Removing Wheel Knuckle Bolt
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Detach the wheel knuckle.
1. Using a suitable lever, release the knuckle.
2. Detach the wheel knuckle.
  - Support the halfshaft out of the way.
Fig 3: Detaching Wheel Knuckle
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CAUTION: Support the strut and spring assembly to prevent damage.

Fig 4: Removing Strut Tower Nuts

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Remove the strut tower nuts.
Remove the strut and spring assembly.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 5: Installing Strut Tower Nuts
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Fig 6: Installing Wheel Knuckle Bolt
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Check the front wheel alignment. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

Fig 7: Checking Front Wheel Alignment
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