Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Front Suspension Components

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IMPORTANT: The inboard strut mounting studs are spaced closer together than the outboard stud. The outboard stud should be facing toward the outside (closest to the technician proper alignment.

Assemble the front suspension strut mount (1), front spring upper seat (2), front suspension strut bumper (3), front spring upper insulator (4), and the front suspension spring (5) in the spring compressor.

Fig 2: Identifying Spring Seat Components

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Align the spring seat stop (3), the outboard stud (1), and the center of the lower strut mount (4). The notch in the spring seat (2) should be just to the right of the outboard stud.

Fig 3: Identifying Shock Absorber & Upper Retaining Bracket

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IMPORTANT: For vehicles equipped with electronic suspension control, ensure that the upper retaining bracket of the CH-48845 is adjusted properly so that it DOES NOT damage the front suspension mount.

Position the shock absorber (2) in the upper retaining bracket of the CH-48845 (1) so the shock absorber will be centered. See Special Tools .

Fig 4: Compressing Front Spring

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Using the CH-48845 (1), compress the front spring (2). See Special Tools .

Fig 5: Identifying Shock Absorber Nut

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the NEW shock absorber nut (1).
Tighten: For vehicles equipped with electronic suspension, tighten the shock absorber nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Tighten: For vehicles equipped with electronic suspension, tighten the electrical connector to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

Tighten: For vehicles without electronic suspension, tighten the shock absorber nut to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Remove the shock absorber assembly from the spring compressor
Install the shock absorber in the vehicle. Refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement .