Front Shock Absorber And Spring Disassembly/Assembly: Notes

CAUTION:

Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.

Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1.

Fig 1: Disassembling/Assembling Front Shock Absorber And Spring With Torque Specifications
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inspect the front wheel alignment.
- If not as specified, align the front wheel. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)