Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to rotate the upper strut mount cover guide to match the hole in the strut tower.

Position the strut to the vehicles strut tower, using the alignment pin as a guide.

Fig 1: Removing Upper Strut Cap To Body Nuts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the upper strut cap to body nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Removing Strut To Steering Knuckle Nuts

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Install the strut to steering knuckle bolts leaving the nuts off.
If applicable, place the wheel speed sensor harness and bracket to the bolt end.
Install the strut to steering knuckle nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Link At Strut Assembly

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Connect the stabilizer link to the strut.
Tighten: Tighten the link to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).
Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.
Road test the vehicle and test for leads and pulls. If vehicle leads or pulls refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.