Section 16 (Suspension System): Front: Strut: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Sprinter. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Hand tighten the strut upper mounting nut until the vehicle is on the ground, otherwise the bushings may become distorted.
- Install strut to the steering knuckle. See Figure. Tighten to 185 N.m (136 ft. lbs.).
- Raise the lower control to install the upper part of the strut into the footwell. Tighten to 100 N.m (74 ft. lbs.).
- Install wheels (Refer to TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - INSTALLATION) .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the nut covers. See Figure.
- Refit the floor covering and the tool cover.