Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the strut.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the strut upper nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the strut upper nuts to 33 N.m (24 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Strut Nuts
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Install the strut lower bolts and nuts.
IMPORTANT: This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
- The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust.
- The fastener develops 3 N.m (27 lb in) of torque/drag against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.
If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
Align the strut to the mark on the knuckle.
Tighten

Tighten the strut lower nuts to 122 N.m (90 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Strut & Lower Bolts & Nuts
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Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.
Align the front wheels. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT in Wheel Alignment.