Strut COMPL Front

Check for oil leaks.
Move the piston rod up and down to check that it operates smoothly without any hitch.

Check the piston rod for runout using the dial gauge and magnet stand.

Fix the outer shell.
Extend the piston rod until it stops retracting, and set the dial gauge at the L position from the end of the piston rod.
Measuring point:

L = 10 mm (0.39 in)
While applying a force of W₁ [20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf)] to the arrowed section, read the dial gauge indication P₁ .

While applying a force of W₂ [20 N (2 kgf, 4 lbf)] from the opposite side of W₁ , read the dial gauge indication P₂ .

Play limit (P1 + P2):

0.8 mm (0.031 in)

Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.

Replace the strut COMPL front if a fault is found in the inspection or limit value is exceeded.