Front Strut Assembly Removal and Installation: Installation

Reference: FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY CHECK 

Install strut assembly by reversing removal procedure, noting the following instructions.

• Insert bolts in such direction as shown in figure.
• Tighten all fasteners to specified torque.

  Tightening torque 

  Strut bracket nut a: 105 N.m (10.5 kg-m, 76.0 lb-ft) 

  Strut support nut b: 28 N.m (2.8 kg-m, 20.5 lb-ft) 

  Brake hose mounting bolt c: 25 N.m (2.5 kg-m, 18.0 lb-ft) 

  Stabilizer joint nut d: 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft) 

  NOTE:

  • Don't twist brake hose and ABS wheel speed sensor harness (if equipped) when installing it.
  • Install ABS wheel speed sensor harness (if equipped) to strut bracket as shown in figure.

Fig 1: Removing Strut Assembly

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• Tighten wheel nut to specified torque.

  Tightening torque 

  Wheel nut: 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft) 

• After installation, confirm front wheel alignment.