Damping Control Actuator: Service and Repair

FRONT ACTUATOR

View B

REMOVAL
1. Removal 2 screws.
2. Disconnect the actuator.
3. Remove the nut.
4. Disconnect bracket.
5. Remove the nut.
6. Disconnect the washer.
7. Remove the shock absorber.

INSPECTION AND REPAIR
Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear, damage, corrosion or any other abnormal condition are found through inspection. Check the following parts:
- Shock absorber
- Rubber bushing

INSTALLATION
1. Install the shock absorber.
2. Install the washer and nut (5), then tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)
3. Install bracket and nut (3), then tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)
4. Fit the top of the shock absorber rod in the connection part of the actuator.

NOTE: The mating section is width fitting across flats.

5. If these normally fit, the distance between the actuator lower face and the bracket upper face is about 1 mm.
6. Install 2 screws then tighten it to the specified torque.
Torque: 3 Nm (26 in. lbs.)
7. Connect the connector to the harness and insert the connector to the bracket.
8. Connect the actuator harness with the clip.
9. Connect the battery ground cable.