Installation Procedure

NOTE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

Install the strut.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the strut upper nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the strut upper nuts to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

Fig 1: Installing Strut Upper Nuts
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Install the wiper module. Refer to WIPER MOTOR MODULE REPLACEMENT .

Fig 2: Installing Wiper Module
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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 123 N.m (90 lb ft).
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Installing Strut Lower Bolts & Nuts
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