Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Identifying Upper Strut Mounting Nuts

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Position the front strut in the strut tower.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Install the upper strut mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the mounting nut to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Raise the vehicle.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Strut Assembly
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IMPORTANT: If installing the front strut after servicing another steering or suspension component, align the front strut to the scribe mark on the steering knuckle.
Position the front strut on the steering knuckle.

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Knuckle Mounting Nuts And Bolts

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Install the front strut to steering knuckle with mounting nuts and bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the mounting nut to 195 N.m (144 lb ft).
Install the stabilizer link at the front strut. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .

Fig 4: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring Harness And Front Strut

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Install the wheel speed sensor wiring harness (1) and (2) on the front strut (3).
Install the air inlet grille. Refer to AIR INLET GRILLE PANEL REPLACEMENT .
Align the front end. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .