Standard Damper Model
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CAUTION:
For parts which are not reusable, always use new parts.
- Install the strut assembly.
- Install the upper side of the strut assembly with new nuts.
Tightening torque:
32 N.m (3.3 kgf-m, 23.6 ft-lb)
- Align alignment marks on the adjusting bolt and the strut assembly, and install the strut assembly to the front axle housing.
CAUTION:- While holding the bolt side, tighten the nut to the specified torque.
- Do not forget to install the adjusting washer.
NOTE:First, tighten the adjusting bolt (upper side) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
155 N.m (15.8 kgf-m, 114.3 ft-lb)
- Install the upper side of the strut assembly with new nuts.
- Install the sensor sub assembly front. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>FRONT ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR>INSTALLATION .
- Install the brake hose bracket.
Tightening torque:
33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)
- Install the stabilizer link front. Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>STABILIZER>INSTALLATION>STABILIZER LINK .
- Install the front wheels. Ref. to WHEEL AND TIRE SYSTEM>TIRE AND WHEEL>INSTALLATION .
- Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
- Inspection: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>WHEEL ALIGNMENT>INSPECTION .
- Adjustment: Ref. to FRONT SUSPENSION>WHEEL ALIGNMENT>ADJUSTMENT .
- Perform "VDC sensor midpoint setting mode". Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDC CONTROL MODULE & H/U)>ADJUSTMENT>VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE .
- Perform the lane keep assist learning value clear. Ref. to EYESIGHT (DIAGNOSTICS)>WORK SUPPORT .