| 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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Components • Tighten with specifed torque at curb position of vehicle • Fix the strut rod end and tighten the nut 1.
Removal 1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly. Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. 2.
Description The photo sensor is located at the center of the defrost nozzles. The photo sensor contains a photovoltaic (sensitive to sunlight) diode. The solar radiation received by its light receiving portion, generates an electromotive force in proportion to the amount of radiation received which is transferred to th
Inspection 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front door trim. (Refer to Body - "Front door trim") 3. Disconnect the power door mirror connector from the harness 4.