Chrysler PT Cruiser Service & Repair Manual page 53

PT
STRUT ASSEMBLY (Continued)
CAUTION: The strut assembly-to-steering knuckle
attaching bolts are serrated and must not be turned
during installation. Install the nuts while holding the
bolts stationary in the steering knuckle.
(3) Position the lower end of the strut assembly in
line with the upper end of the steering knuckle and
align the mounting holes (Fig. 1). Install the two
attaching bolts. The bolts should be installed so that
the nuts face towards the front of the vehicle once
installed. Install the nuts. Holding the bolts in place
tighten the nuts to a torque of 53 N·m (40 ft. lbs.)
plus an additional 90° turn after the specified torque
is met.
(4) If the vehicle is equipped with Antilock brakes
(ABS), attach the ABS wheel speed sensor to the rear
FRONT SUSPENSION
of the strut (rearward ear) using its mounting screw
(Fig. 39). Tighten the mounting screw to a torque of
13 N·m (120 in. lbs.).
(5) Attach the ground strap to the rear of the strut
(forward ear) using its mounting screw (Fig. 39).
Tighten the mounting screw to a torque of 13 N·m
(120 in. lbs.).
(6) Install the tire and wheel assembly. Install and
tighten the wheel mounting nuts in proper sequence
until all nuts are torqued to half specification. Next,
repeat the tightening sequence to the full specified
torque of 135 N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
(7) Lower the vehicle.
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