Repair Procedures: Disassembly
- Compress the coil spring (A) with a strut spring compressor. Do not compress the spring excessively.
- Remove the lock nut (A). Gradually turn the bolt on the spring compressor to slowly release the tension from the spring.
Then, disconnect the components.
Tightening Torque:
HPD: 24.5 - 29.4 N.m (2.5 - 3.0 kgf.m, 14.5 - 18.1 lb-ft)
ECS: 50.0 - 59.8 N.m (5.1 - 6.1 kgf.m, 36.9 - 44.1 lb-ft)
Information
CAUTION: (Refer to Front Strut Assembly - "COMPONENTS AND COMPONENTS LOCATION ") - Reassembly in the reverse order of disassembly.