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Front Suspension System And Wheel Alignment: General Description: Caution
- When performing service operation, refer to "Repair Contents" in "General Description". Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>REPAIR CONTENTS
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- When disposing of strut COMPL front, be sure to bleed the oil or gas out completely. Also, do not expose to flames or fire.
- When performing a repair, identify the cause of trouble and avoid unnecessary removal, disassembly and replacement.
- Use SUBARU genuine grease, the recommended or equivalent. Do not mix grease etc. of different grades or manufacturers.
- Do not secure a part in a vise directly. Place cushioning materials such as wood pieces, blocks, aluminum plates, or waste cloth between the part and the vise.
- Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
- Always use the jack-up point when the shop jacks or rigid racks are used to support the vehicle.
- When the suspension-related components have been removed, installed or replaced, or when the wheel alignment has been adjusted, perform the following adjustment.
- For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts. Other parts should be replaced with new parts as required.
- When handling oil or fuel, adhere to the following to prevent unexpected accident.
- Be careful with fire.
- Prepare a container to catch grease or oil, etc. If any grease or oil spills, wipe it off and clean immediately to prevent from penetrating into floor or flowing outside.
- Follow all government and local regulations concerning disposal of refuse when disposing.
- Be sure that the surface of brake disc or brake pad is free from grease or oil.
- Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor.
- Some vehicle components are extremely hot immediately after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.