Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Installation

Front Strut

INSTALLATION

1) Install the strut mount at the upper side of strut to body, and tighten it with new self-locking nuts.

Tightening torque:
20 Nm (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)
2) Align alignment marks on the camber adjusting bolt and strut.

Using new flange nuts, install the strut to the housing.

NOTE:
While holding the head of adjusting bolt, tighten the flange nut.

Tightening torque:
155 Nm (15.8 kgf-m, 114.3 ft-lb)

3) Secure the ABS wheel speed sensor harness to the strut.

Tightening torque:
33 Nm (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

4) Install the brake hose bracket.

Tightening torque:
33 Nm (3.4 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)

5) Install the front wheels.
6) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.