Front Strut Assembly: Installation

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Install the strut assembly(B) and then install the strut lower mounting bolts(A).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

45 ~ 60 (4.5 ~ 6.0, 32.5 ~ 43.4)

Fig 1: Identifying Strut Lower Mounting Bolts
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Install the fork(B) to the strut assembly(A) with the I.D. mark facing outward.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

60 ~ 80 (6.0 ~ 8.0, 43.4 ~ 57.8)

Fig 2: Identifying Fork To Strut Assembly
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Install the fork(A) to the front lower arm connector(B).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

140 ~ 160 (14~16, 101.2~115.7)

Fig 3: Identifying Front Lower Arm Connector And Fork
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Install the front stabilizer link(B) to the fork(A).
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

100 ~ 120 (10 ~ 12, 72.3 ~ 86.8)

Fig 4: Identifying Front Stabilizer Link And Fork
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Install the speed sensor bolt(A).

Fig 5: Identifying Speed Sensor Bolt, Brake Hose Bracket And Speed Sensor Cable Mounting Bolt
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Install the brake hose bracket(B) to the fork and speed sensor cable mounting bolt(C) to the axle assembly.
Install the wheel and the tire to the front hub.
Tightening torque Nm (kgf.m, lb-ft):

90 ~ 110 (9 ~ 11, 65.1 ~ 79.5)

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when installing the front wheel and tire.