Strut Assembly: Installation

Place the strut fork bracket toward the inside of the vehicle, then install the strut assembly.

Fig 1: Positioning Strut
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Install the fork onto the strut assembly.
Tightening torque:

58.8-78.5 N.m (6-8 kg.m, 43.4-57.9 lb.ft)

Fig 2: Installing Strut Onto Fork
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Install the brake hose.
Tightening torque:

8.8-13.7 N.m (0.9-1.4 kg.m, 6.5-10.1 lb.ft)

Fig 3: Attaching Brake Hose
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Install the wheel and tire.