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Removal and Installation





FRONT COIL SPRING AND STRUT


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Adjustment.
2. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod end from strut. Exploded View.
3. Remove wheel sensor electrical harness from strut. Wheel Sensor.
4. Remove brake hose lock plate.
5. Remove steering knuckle to strut bolts and nuts. Exploded View.
6. Remove bolt on strut tower bar then bolts on strut tower and remove strut from vehicle.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the strut for any oil leakage or other damage and replace as necessary.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- Exploded View for tightening torque.





- Be sure tab (A) on strut mount insulator is positioned as shown.





- Check wheel alignment. Front Suspension.