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Strut and Spring Assembly: Assembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
  2. NOTE: Only tighten the strut rod nut finger tight at this stage.

    General Equipment: Vise, Spring Compressor.

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  3. NOTE: Make sure that these components are installed to the noted removal position.
    NOTE: Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the lower spring seat.
    NOTE: Make sure that the installation marks are aligned.

    Visual check.

    General Equipment: Vise, Spring Compressor.

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  4. General Equipment: Vise, Spring Compressor.
    • Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
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