| Removal |
| 1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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| 2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
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| 3. |
Remove the cover (A).
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| 4. |
Using SST (09546-3X100), loosen the self locking nut.
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| 5. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening
the nut (A).
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| 6. |
Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and than remove the wheel speed sensor
bracket.
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| 7. |
Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and than remove the brake hose bracket.
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| 8. |
Remove the front strut assembly (A) from the front axle (B) by loosening
the bolts & nuts.
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| Disassembly |
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| 1. |
Using the spring compressor, compress the coil spring (A).
Do not compress the spring more than necessary.
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| 2. |
Using SST (09546-3X100), loosen the self locking nut.
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| 3. |
Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the
strut assembly.
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| Inspection |
| 1. |
Check the strut insulator for wear or damage.
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| 2. |
Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
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| 3. |
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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| Disposal |
| 1. |
Fully extend the piston rod.
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| 2. |
Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas from the cylinder.
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| Ressembly |
| 1. |
Install the insulator, spring pad, coil spring and dust cover from the
strut assembly.
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| 2. |
Compress and extend the coil spring (A) and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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| 3. |
Using the special tool (09546-3X100), install the self locking nut.
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| Installation |
| 1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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| 2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Front Strut Assembly. Components and components location
Front Lower Arm. Repair proceduresThe vehicle’s front and rear seats have adjustable head restraints. The head restraints provide comfort for passengers, but more importantly they are designed to help protect passengers from whiplash and other neck and spinal injuries during an accident, especially in a rear impact collision.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death in an accident, take the following precautions when adjusting your head restraints:
Always properly adjust the head restraints for all passengers BEFORE starting the vehicle. NEVER let anyone ride in a seat with the head restraints removed or reversed.