Front

Replacement

1. Remove the front wheel & tire.

Tightening torque:
90 - 110N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65 - 80lb-ft)


2. Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly by loosening the nuts (A).

Tightening torque:
100 - 120N.m (10.0 - 12.0kgf.m, 72 - 87lb-ft)


3. Disconnect the front strut assembly (C) with the front lower arm by loosening the bolt & nuts (B).

Tightening torque:
140 - 160N.m (14.0 - 16.0kgf.m, 101 - 116lb-ft)





4. Remove the split pin and castle nuts (A).

Tightening torque:
80 - 90N.m (8.0 - 9.0kgf.m, 58 - 65lb-ft)





5. Disconnect the front upper arm (A) with the knuckle using a SST (09568-2J100).




6. Disconnect the front strut assembly with the frame by loosening the mounting bolt (A).

Tightening torque:
55 - 65N.m (5.5 - 6.5kgf.m, 40 - 47lb-ft)





7. Disconnect the bracket (B) with the front strut assembly (A) loosening the nuts.

Tightening torque:
20 - 30N.m (2.0 - 3.0kgf.m, 14 - 22lb-ft)





8. Installation is the reverse of removal.