Repair Procedures

Replacement

1. Remove the front wheel & tire (A).

Tightening torque:
88.3 - 107.9N.m (9.0 - 11.0kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6lb-ft)





CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.

2. Remove the variable damper connector (A) & bracket (B).








3. Remove the wheel speed sensor & bracket (A) from the front strut assembly by loosening bolts.




4. Disconnect the stabilizer link (B) with the front strut assembly (A) after loosening the nut.

Tightening torque:
98.1 - 117.7N.m (10.0 - 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8lb-ft)




5. Disconnect the front strut assembly (A) with the knuckle by loosening the bolt & nut.

Tightening torque:
196.1 - 215.7N.m(20.0 - 22.0Kgf.m, 144.7 - 159.1lb-ft)




6. Loosen the strut upper locking nuts (A) and than remove the front strut assembly.

Tightening torque:
53.9 - 73.5N.m(5.5 - 7.5Kgf.m, 34.8 - 54.2lb-ft)




7. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Disassembly

1. Under the condition of fixed strut (A) on the SST(09546-26000), remove the front strut self-locking nut (B).




2. Remove the insulator, spring seat, coil spring and dust cover from the strut assembly

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.





Disposal
1. Fully extend the piston rod.
2. Drill a hole on the (A) section to remove gas form the cylinder.





CAUTION:
- The gas coming out is harmless but be careful of chips that may fly when drilling.