| Replacement |
| 1. |
Remove the front wheel & tire.
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| 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.
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| 4. |
Disconnect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.
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| 5. |
Remove the front strut assembly and than loosen the strut mounting nuts (A).
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| 6. |
Installation is the reverse of removal. |
| Disassembly |
| 1. |
Compress the coil spring with a SST (09546-26000). Do not compress the spring more than necessary. |
| 2. |
Loosen the self-locking nut.
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| Inspection |
| 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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Components 1. Insulator cap2. Upper locking nut3. Self locking nut4. Insulator 5. Strut bearing6. Spring upper pad7. Strut dust cover & Bumper rubber8.
Replacement 1. Remove the front wheel & tire. Tightening torque: 88.3 ~ 107.9N.m (9.0 ~ 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 ~ 79.6lb-ft) Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
Component Location 1. Start Stop Button(SSB)2. FOB key3. RF receiver4. Smart key unit5. Interior antenna 16. Interior antenna 2 7. Trunk antenna8. Bumper antenna9. Door handle & door antenna10. Trunk lid open switch11.
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