Damper/Spring Disassembly - Honda Accord 2008 Manual

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Front Suspension
Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly (cont'd)
Reassembly
1. Install the spring mounting cushion (A) on the
damper mounting base (B) by aligning the tab (C)
and notch (D).
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B
A
2. Install all the parts except the damper mounting
washer and the self-locking nut onto the damper
unit by referring to the Exploded View.
3. Compress the damper spring using a strut spring
compressor. Do not compress the spring
excessively.
4. Align the lower end (A) of the damper spring with
the stepped part (B) of the dust cover lower mount
and the lower spring seat on damper unit.
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18-36
D
C
A
B
5. Position the tab (A) on the spring mounting cushion
facing forward but toward the inside of the vehicle.
Left:
FRONT
A
B
0 ° 3 ° ±
C
Right:
A
B
D
0 ° 3 ° ±
C
6. Align the angle of the stud (B) on the damper
mounting base (C) with the aligning tab (D) on the
bottom of the damper unit as shown.
D
FRONT
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