Installation Procedure

Install the strut assembly (2) to the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the bolts (3) and the nuts (6) attaching the strut (2) to the steering knuckle (4). Tighten the bolts to 180 N.m (133 lb ft).

Fig 1: Identifying Strut Assembly-To-Steering Knuckle Nuts & Bolts

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Lower the vehicle.
Install the nuts (1) and the bolt (2) that attach the top of the strut assembly (5) to the body (3). Tighten the nuts and the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Strut Assembly Top Nuts & Bolts
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Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Inspect the front wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT .