Suspension
Front Suspension
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Installation Procedure
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1. Position the shock absorber (13) and spring (14)
to the lower control arm.
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Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and
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Notices.
2. Install the bolts/screws and the nuts.
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Tighten
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Tighten the bolts/screws and the nuts to
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65 N·m (48 lb ft).
3. Install the lower ball stud (10) to the steering
knuckle (6). Refer to Lower Ball Joint
Replacement.
4. Install the stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Stabilizer
3
Shaft Link Replacement.
5. Install the tire and the wheel. Refer to Tire and
Wheel Removal and Installation (Wheel
Installation) in Tires and Wheels.
6. Install the special security wheel lock nut, if
equipped. Use the special security wheel lock key,
which is located in the front floor console.
7. Lower the vehicle.
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8. Using your fingers, tighten the bolts/screws and
the nuts.
Tighten
• Tighten the bolts/screws to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
• Tighten the nuts to 43 N·m (32 lb ft).
9. Position the brake master cylinder (driver-side
only). Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement in
Hydraulic Brakes.
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10. Install the brake master cylinder nuts. (driver-side
10
only). Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement in
Hydraulic Brakes.
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