Components |
1. Strut assembly 2. Spring lower pad 3. Coil spring 4. Dust cover |
5. Bumper stopper 6. Spring upper pad 7. Strut insulator assembly |
Removal and Installation |
1. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A).
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2. |
Disconnect the brake hose bracket (A).
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3. |
Disconnect the wheel speed sensor bracket (A).
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4. |
Loosen the nut and then disconnect the stabilizer bar link (A).
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5. |
Loosen the front strut upper mounting nuts (A).
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6. |
Loosen the bolts and nuts and then remove the front strut assembly (A).
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7. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
Disassembly and Reassembly |
1. |
Using a strut spring compressor, compress the coil spring (A).
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2. |
Using the SST (09546-3X100), loosen the self locking nut.
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3. |
Remove the insulator, upper pad, bumper stopper, dust cover, coil spring and lower pad from the strut assembly.
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4. |
Reassembly is the reverse of the disassembly. |
Inspection |
1. |
Check the strut bearing for wear and damage. |
2. |
Check the spring upper and lower pad 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.
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