Front Suspension System: Components: Installation

1. Install the front strut assembly to the wheel housing panel by tightening the mounting nuts (A).

   Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft): 

   45 ~ 60 (4.5 ~ 6.0, 33 ~ 43)

   Fig 1: Identifying Front Strut Assembly Mounting Nuts

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2. Connect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle by tightening the bolts & nuts.

   Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft): 

   140 ~ 160(14.0 ~ 16.0, 101 ~ 116)

   Fig 2: Identifying Front Strut Assembly Bolts And Nuts

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3. Install the stabilizer link (A) to the front strut assembly and then tighten the nut.

   Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft): 

   100 ~ 120 (10.0 ~ 12.0, 72 ~ 87)

   Fig 3: Identifying Stabilizer Link Nut

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4. Install the brake hose and wheel speed sensor bracket to front strut assembly by tightening the mounting bolts (A).
   Fig 4: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Mounting Bolts

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5. Install the front wheel & tire.

Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft): 

90 ~ 110 (9.0 ~ 11.0, 65 ~ 80)