Strut Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTICE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

1. Remove the three strut-to-body mount nuts.
2. Raise the vehicle and suitably support the frame. Allow the control arms to hang free.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEEL REMOVAL in TIRES AND WHEELS.
4. Scribe the strut to the knuckle.

Notice: The knuckle must be retained after the strut-to-knuckle bolts have been removed; Failure to observe this may cause ball joint and/or drive axle damage.

5. Remove the strut to knuckle bolts.
6. Remove the strut from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTICE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

1. Install the strut into place.

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install three strut to body mount nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the strut to body mount nuts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the strut to knuckle bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts to 123 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to WHEEL INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS.
5. Lower the vehicle.