| 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.
Inspection • Before measuring the pressure of the refriferant line, check whether the refrigerant amount is charged in accordance with the specified charging amount.