1. |
Remove the front wheel &
tire.
Tightening
torque :
88.3 ~ 107.9N.m(9.0 ~ 11.0Kgf.m, 65.1 ~
79.6lb-ft)
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Be careful not to damage to the hub
bolts when removing the front wheel &
tire. | |
2. |
Remove the brake hose(A) & wheel speed
sensor bracket(B) from the front strut assembly by loosening
mounting bolts.

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3. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link(B) with the
front strut assembly(A) after loosening the nut.
Tightening
torque :
98.1 ~ 117.7 N.m(10.0 ~ 12.0Kgf.m, 72.3
~ 86.8lb-ft)
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4. |
Disconnect the front strut assembly(A) with
the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.
Tightening
torque :
137.3 ~ 156.9N.m(14.0 ~ 16.0Kgf.m, 101.3
~ 115.7lb-ft)
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5. |
Remove the front strut assembly and than
loosen the strut mounting nuts(A).
Tightening
torque :
44.1 ~ 58.8N.m(4.5 ~ 6.0Kgf.m, 32.5 ~
43.4lb-ft)
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6. |
Installation is the reverse of
removal. |
1. |
Remove the dust cover(A).

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2. |
Using the special tool (09546-26000), compress
the coil spring (A).

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3. |
Remove the self-locking nut (C) from the strut
assembly(B). |
4. |
Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring
and dust cover from the strut
assembly. |
5. |
Reassembly is the reverse of the
disassembly. |
1. |
Check the strut bearing for wear and
damage. |
2. |
Check the spring upper and lower seat for
damage and deterioration. |
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. |
2. |
Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas
from the cylinder.

The gas coming out is harmless, but be
careful of chips that may fly when drilling.
Be sure to wear safety goggles or eye
protection when performing this
task. | | |